Wed Dec 1, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
112
away
Chemistry
Steady
Chicago BullsBulls
97
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 30 | 37 | 23 | 22 | 112 |
| Chicago BullsBulls | 29 | 25 | 21 | 22 | 97 |
After Action Report
In Chicago, the Lakers handled the Bulls 112-97. The better team simply showed up tonight. The Lakers carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one; Lakers' Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense. The Lakers bench chemistry carried them. The Lakers rotation plan paid off — leaning into the right spots created real lift.
What tipped it
- Bulls · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- Lakers · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.