Jan 28 2009
Bobcats Scratch Out Victory Against Lakers in 2 OT’s
The Lakers have had impressive victories in the past month against teams like the Celtics, Spurs and Cavaliers but the lowly Charlotte Bobcats have their number. The Bobcats beat the Lakers in double overtime last night 117-110 for their fifth victory in their last six games against the Lakers. Kobe Bryant scored 38 for the Lakers but fouled out for the first time this season in the final minute of the first OT. Andrew Bynum added 24 points and 14 rebounds and Derek Fisher contributed 14 points. Pau Gasol had a off night only going 4 for 16 from the field and managing 10 points. The Bocats ahd 6 players score in double figures led by Boris Diaw’s 24 points and Raymond Felton’s 21 points and a career high 11 rebounds. Emeka Okafor added 18 points and 11 rebounds and Raja Bell had 17 points. Next up for the Lakers is the Minnesota Timberwolves and the Bobcats next game is against the Portland Trailblazers.
