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Paul leads Hornets past slumping Nets (AP) (sports.yahoo.com)

Chris Paul narrowly missed his fifth triple-double of the season with 29 points, nine rebounds and eight assists, and the New Orleans Hornets defeated the New Jersey Nets 102-92 on Wednesday night. Peja Stojakovic had 20 points and 10 rebounds. Vince Carter scored 20 for the Nets, who lost their fourth straight, unable to take advantage of the absence of Hornets starters Tyson Chandler (left ankle)...