Sun Nov 14, 2004 · 7:00 PM
Denver NuggetsNuggets
87
away
Chemistry
Hot
Sacramento KingsKings
104
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Denver NuggetsNuggets | 20 | 25 | 20 | 22 | 87 |
| Sacramento KingsKings | 26 | 28 | 23 | 27 | 104 |
After Action Report
The Kings outlasted the Nuggets 104-87. Execution down the stretch made the difference. You could feel the revenge motivation from the Kings; Kings' defenders refused to give up clean looks. Early returns: the Kings per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Kings · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- 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.