Sun Nov 21, 2004 · 7:30 PM
Chicago BullsBulls
95
away
Chemistry
Hot
Los Angeles LakersLakers
100
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Chemistry
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago BullsBulls | 34 | 19 | 26 | 16 | 95 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 27 | 26 | 26 | 21 | 100 |
After Action Report
The Lakers squeaked past the Bulls 100-95. Every possession went the Lakers way. The Lakers couldn't shake the cold spell; Lakers' Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense. Early returns: the Lakers per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- Bulls · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Bulls · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.