Wed Dec 1, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
99
away
Chemistry
Hot
Chicago BullsBulls
104
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 25 | 30 | 24 | 20 | 99 |
| Chicago BullsBulls | 27 | 20 | 27 | 30 | 104 |
After Action Report
The Bulls snuck past the Lakers 104-99. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Bulls owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Bulls sent shots into the fifth row all night. Bulls' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles. Ugly, but it counts the same in the standings.
What tipped it
- Bulls · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Bulls · Block Party Multiple shot-blockers turn the paint into a no-fly zone.
- Bulls · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Lakers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Lakers · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.