Moving to L-A, the Lakers hosted the Detroit Pistons.
Mid through the second quarter. Kobe Bryant flew-in for an acrobatic fast break layup, the Lakers led by 9.
Later in the third quarter. L-A out in front by 26 points. Kobe drove for another fantastic reverse move, he scored 40 points for the 100th time in his career.
Los Angeles Lakers Kobe Bryant slam dunks against the Detroit Pistons during their NBA basketball game in Los Angeles, November 17, 2009.REUTERS/Lucy Nicholson (UNITED STATES SPORT BASKETBALL) |
Midway through the final quarter. The Pistons' Jason Maxiell slapped a huge block against Shannon Brown. Detroit cuts the lead to seven with less than two minutes to go.
But, with 19 seconds left. Kobe launched and hit a three to wrap up the Lakers victory 106-93.