PUSHING THE ISSUE

When Chris Paul is aggressive, the Hornets often have a good time winning

John Reid - Times Picayune
After Monday's practice, Chris Paul hurled shots from midcourt and playfully challenged Tyson Chandler to match it.

On Tuesday, Paul chased Jannero Pargo to the locker room after Pargo sneaked behind him and playfully tossed a ball at him during an interview.

Things are fun these days for Paul, who averaged 26.1 points, eight assists and two steals in victories against the Atlanta Hawks and Dallas Mavericks.

A week ago, Paul's mood was much different. After losing to the Minnesota Timberwolves, who have the league's worst record at 2-13, Paul was the first player to leave, bolting from the locker room in frustration. A day later at practice, he vowed to do more to help his team.

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