Fri Dec 10, 2004 · 8:00 PM
Denver NuggetsNuggets
124
away
Chemistry
Hot
Toronto RaptorsRaptors
117
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Denver NuggetsNuggets | 24 | 41 | 32 | 27 | 124 |
| Toronto RaptorsRaptors | 30 | 23 | 32 | 32 | 117 |
After Action Report
The Nuggets edged the Raptors 124-117. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Nuggets cashed in. Nuggets' Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense; the Raptors owned the glass, generating extra possessions. Nuggets' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Raptors · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Raptors · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.