Chris Paul wanted out of New Orleans for a better chance to win. In his first trip back, he received a mix of cheers and boos, and left with a loss. Chris Kaman scored 20 points, and the Hornets rallied for a 97-90 victory over the Los Angeles Clippers on Thursday night, spoiling Paul's return. Jarrett Jack and Jason Smith each scored 17 as New Orleans snapped a five-game home losing streak.
