Lakers end three-game losing streak with win against Supersonics

Just when things were starting to look bleak for the Lakers, the team - led by Kobe Bryant - came back Tuesday with a 106-99 win over the Seattle Supersonics. The loss was Seattle’s fifth consecutive this season, leaving them at a league all-time low of 2-13, according to an Associated Press article published Tuesday, Nov. 27 on the Lakers official Web site.

The Lakers, who were at 7-3 just a week ago, dipped to 7-6 after their latest three-game losing streak but have since regained some of their footing and are are now at 8-6 after Tuesday night’s win. Bryant, who had 35 points, scored six of them during the last 4 minutes of the fourth quarter. Following close on his heels was Lamar Odom, with 20 points, and also assisting with Tuesday’s win was Derek Fisher and Jordan Farmar with crucial three-pointers.

But the Lakers aren’t celebrating their victory with open arms - the game, which was a tight one that was tied 54-54 at halftime, could have been played better according to the Lakers Coach Phil Jackson and a few members of the team.

“A win’s a win, but we can play better,” Odom said, according to an article published Nov. 28 on the LA Times official Web site. Jackson echoed those same sentiments, stating “They made it closer than I thought they were going to. I’m not happy with that game, [but] it was a win and it gives us some momentum as we go along this week.”

The Lakers can be seen facing off against the Utah Jazz on Friday, and fans can look forward to games against Orlando and Minnesota in December. Lakers tickets can be purchased at Stubhub.com so don’t waste time and get a pair today!

Posted in General on November 28, 2007

Leave a comment