The Lakers get it done in their final road game of the year, winning 113-106 in Portland and sweeping their first back-to-back of the season.  Kobe Bryant explodes for a Rose Garden record 47-points on 14/27 from the field and 18/18 from the line.   Another solid game from Pau Gasol, 23-points, 9-assists and 7-rebounds.  With the win the Lakers move a full game ahead of the Utah Jazz for the eigth & final playoff spot.
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