Lakers (
nathan) are the champions!
Thu Mar 24, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
86
away
Chemistry
Elite
Denver NuggetsNuggets
98
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 16 | 21 | 19 | 30 | 86 |
| Denver NuggetsNuggets | 34 | 17 | 26 | 21 | 98 |
After Action Report
The Nuggets upended the Lakers 98-86. The better team simply showed up tonight. Nuggets' veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes; second-chance points piled up for the Lakers. Tonight's Lakers utilization choices clashed with the team identity. Add it to the list of nights the favorite forgot to show up.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Lakers · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.