Sat Jan 8, 2005 · 1:30 PM
Denver NuggetsNuggets
120
away
Chemistry
Steady
San Antonio SpursSpurs
102
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Denver NuggetsNuggets | 30 | 31 | 33 | 26 | 120 |
| San Antonio SpursSpurs | 20 | 32 | 23 | 27 | 102 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Nuggets downed the Spurs 120-102. Nuggets controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. The Spurs owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Spurs came in with something to prove after a loss. Nuggets' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Spurs · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Spurs · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.