Playoffs · Round 1 · Game 1
Houston RocketsRockets
108
away
Denver NuggetsNuggets
110
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 27 | 22 | 26 | 33 | 108 |
| Denver NuggetsNuggets | 33 | 31 | 24 | 22 | 110 |
After Action Report
The Nuggets snuck past the Rockets 110-108. The better team simply showed up tonight. The Rockets came in with something to prove after a loss; Rockets' outside barrage was a constant threat. The Nuggets locker room is humming, and it showed. Early returns: the Nuggets per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Nuggets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Rockets · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.