Wed Dec 1, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
122
away
Chemistry
Steady
Chicago BullsBulls
109
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 28 | 25 | 35 | 34 | 122 |
| Chicago BullsBulls | 38 | 23 | 26 | 22 | 109 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Lakers downed the Bulls 122-109. The breakneck pace played right into Lakers' hands. The Lakers pushed the pace until the other side broke; the Bulls owned the glass, generating extra possessions. The Lakers bench chemistry carried them. The Lakers rotation plan paid off — leaning into the right spots created real lift.
What tipped it
- Bulls · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.