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Fri Dec 10, 2004 · 8:00 PM
Denver NuggetsNuggets
119
away
Chemistry Tense
Toronto RaptorsRaptors
121
home
Chemistry Hot

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Denver NuggetsNuggets 27 34 29 29 119
Toronto RaptorsRaptors 38 24 27 32 121

After Action Report

In a track meet, the Raptors survived the Nuggets 121-119. Raptors controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. The Raptors owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Raptors came in with something to prove after a loss. Early returns: the Raptors per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.

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.
  • 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.