Wed Dec 1, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
124
away
Chemistry
Steady
Chicago BullsBulls
107
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 36 | 35 | 33 | 20 | 124 |
| Chicago BullsBulls | 28 | 28 | 22 | 29 | 107 |
After Action Report
In Chicago, the Lakers downed the Bulls 124-107. Lakers controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. Lakers' veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes; Bulls' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition. The Lakers bench chemistry carried them.
What tipped it
- Bulls · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Bulls · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Bulls · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.