Wed Dec 1, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
103
away
Chemistry
Hot
Chicago BullsBulls
102
home
Chemistry
Cold
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 21 | 30 | 31 | 21 | 103 |
| Chicago BullsBulls | 23 | 27 | 24 | 28 | 102 |
After Action Report
The Lakers squeaked past the Bulls 103-102. Lineup balance gave the Lakers a clear synergy edge. The Lakers came in with something to prove after a loss; the Bulls are in a full-on tailspin. Whispers of a Bulls locker-room rift aren't helping. Style points be damned.
What tipped it
- Bulls · Crashing An 8+ game losing skid — heads are down, both ends suffer.
- Bulls · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.
- Lakers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.