Fri Feb 11, 2005 · 9:00 PM
Denver NuggetsNuggets
123
away
Chemistry
Steady
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
128
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Denver NuggetsNuggets | 34 | 31 | 31 | 27 | 123 |
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 34 | 32 | 31 | 31 | 128 |
After Action Report
The Cavaliers snuck past the Nuggets 128-123. The breakneck pace played right into Cavaliers' hands. The Cavaliers played with the chip of a recent gutting loss; Cavaliers' outside barrage was a constant threat.
What tipped it
- Cavaliers · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Nuggets · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Nuggets · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Nuggets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.