Celtics (
nathan) are the champions!
Wed Dec 1, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
108
away
Chemistry
Tense
Chicago BullsBulls
107
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 20 | 26 | 34 | 28 | 108 |
| Chicago BullsBulls | 31 | 32 | 21 | 23 | 107 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Lakers survived the Bulls 108-107. The Lakers won despite a cold shooting night — grit beat polish. The Lakers ride keeps rolling — they're catching fire; Lakers' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. The Lakers bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Lakers per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Style points be damned.
What tipped it
- Bulls · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- 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.