Chris Paul - Hornets win game 3
April 25, 2009 by James Edwards
Filed under Carmelo Anthony, Chauncey Billups, Chris Paul, NBA Playoffs, New Orleans Hornets
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The New Orleans Hornets needed game 3 in their series with the Denver Nuggets. The Nuggets were starting to believe in themselves with Chauncey Billups showing them the way to win in the playoffs.
The Hornets were at home and ready to perform. Chris Paul led the way and the Hornets pulled it out. Carmelo Anthony had a chance to win it at the end, but missed a jump shot with 3.2 seconds left in the game.
Chris Paul puts on a playoff performance of excellence
Chris Paul, who only rested for a hiccup, had game highs with 32 points and 12 assists. David West had 19 points and nine rebounds.
Anthony led Denver with 25 points. Chauncey Billups, who had score 30-plus points in the first two games of the series, finished with 16, eight of which came on free throws.
“I don’t think anybody in the world thought we’d win them all,” Nuggets Coach George Karl said.
Game 4 is Monday night at 7:30 p.m. at the New Orleans Arena.
It must be mentioned that James Posey played a huge role in this victory. Yes, that is the same Posey that played a big role in the Celtics winning it all last year. After the title with Boston, James Posey signed with the Hornets and continues his off the bench heroics. Posey had 13 points and played some tough defense.
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