Wed Dec 1, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
114
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Chemistry
Cold
Chicago BullsBulls
134
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Chemistry
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 31 | 25 | 28 | 30 | 114 |
| Chicago BullsBulls | 25 | 39 | 41 | 29 | 134 |
After Action Report
The Bulls buried the Lakers 134-114. Bulls controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. The Bulls owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Bulls pushed the pace until the other side broke. The Lakers looked disjointed — chemistry issues linger. Tonight's Lakers utilization choices clashed with the team identity. It broke open after the break.
What tipped it
- Bulls · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Lakers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Lakers · Crashing An 8+ game losing skid — heads are down, both ends suffer.
- Lakers · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.