Sun Nov 21, 2004 · 7:30 PM
Chicago BullsBulls
103
away
Chemistry
Tense
Los Angeles LakersLakers
110
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago BullsBulls | 30 | 23 | 30 | 20 | 103 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 32 | 27 | 32 | 19 | 110 |
After Action Report
In Los Angeles, the Lakers fended off the Bulls 110-103. Lakers controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. The Lakers carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one; Lakers' defenders refused to give up clean looks. Ugly, but it counts the same in the standings.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Bulls · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- 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.