N.B.A. Roundup: Paul Delivers in Final Seconds as Hornets Avert Loss to Nets
Chris Paul made a driving layup as he was fouled with 7.6 seconds left, and the New Orleans Hornets narrowly averted a stunning loss at home Friday night by beating the Nets , 103-99. The Hornets had blown a 15-point lead and trailed, 99-98, before Paul capped an 11-point, 18-assist performance by putting New Orleans ahead for good.