The Lakers built a 86-70 lead after three quarters and they needed it to hold off a furious 4th quarter rally from the Jazz. The Lakers shot 50% from the floor which negated the fact that the Jazz outrebounded them 52-38 in this game on Friday. Kobe Bryant led the way for the Lakers in this game with 34 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists. Pau Gasol was also solid with 17 points, 13 rebounds, 2 assists and 4 blocked shots. Derek Fisher pitched in with 16 points, 2 rebounds, 2 assists and 3 steals. The Lakers finished off the Jazz 4-2 and await the winner of the Hornets-Spurs series.