Mon Jan 17, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Denver NuggetsNuggets
126
away
Chemistry
Tense
Golden State WarriorsWarriors
117
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Denver NuggetsNuggets | 27 | 34 | 31 | 34 | 126 |
| Golden State WarriorsWarriors | 25 | 31 | 31 | 30 | 117 |
After Action Report
The Nuggets edged the Warriors 126-117. The Nuggets got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. The Nuggets came in with something to prove after a loss; Nuggets' defenders refused to give up clean looks. The Nuggets bench chemistry carried them. Nuggets' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Warriors · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Warriors · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Nuggets · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Nuggets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.