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The Lakers are no match for Bulls

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Bulls forward Taj Gibson shoots a reverse layup past the Lakers' Pau Gasol on Monday night at the United Center.

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The Bulls’ home court mediocrity was put to the test late Monday night at the United Center. Flying into town fresh off an afternoon loss in Toronto were the Los Angeles Lakers, a team that perfectly illustrates the term “road woes.” The Lakers started the night 5-13 away from Southern California, with five straight road defeats.