At the half, Lakers lead Blazers, 49-34
October 28, 2008 | 9:28
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The Blazers had a mini-run of 7-0 to close the second quarter, but the Lakers still lead, 49-34.
The Lakers' Pau Gasol got off to a hot start and has a game-high 15 points so far. For the Blazers, Rudy Fernandez -- coming off the bench and making his rookie debut -- has nine points, as does Travis Outlaw.
Kobe Bryant had six points at the half , as well as eight rebounds and five assists. The Blazers' rookie center Greg Oden played nearly 13 minutes in the first half but went scoreless, going 0 for 4 from the field and 0 for 2 at the free-throw line. Details on latimes.com.
Photo: Brandon Roy of the Portland Trail Blazers loses the ball as Kobe Bryant goes for the steal in the first quarter. Credit: Harry How/Getty Images
