Wed Dec 1, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
113
away
Chemistry
Hot
Chicago BullsBulls
109
home
Chemistry
Cold
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 29 | 30 | 30 | 24 | 113 |
| Chicago BullsBulls | 24 | 31 | 27 | 27 | 109 |
After Action Report
In Chicago, the Lakers survived the Bulls 113-109. The tempo dragged the Bulls into a rhythm they couldn't survive. The Lakers answered the bell with a bounce-back effort; Lakers' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. The Lakers bench chemistry carried them.
What tipped it
- Bulls · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Lakers · 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.