Tue Feb 15, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Denver NuggetsNuggets
114
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Atlanta HawksHawks
112
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Chemistry
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Denver NuggetsNuggets | 32 | 26 | 25 | 31 | 114 |
| Atlanta HawksHawks | 22 | 31 | 25 | 34 | 112 |
After Action Report
In Atlanta, the Nuggets survived the Hawks 114-112. 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
- Hawks · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Hawks · Block Party Multiple shot-blockers turn the paint into a no-fly zone.
- Hawks · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Hawks · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- 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.