Sun Jan 2, 2005 · 7:30 PM
Denver NuggetsNuggets
106
away
Chemistry
Tense
Los Angeles LakersLakers
95
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Denver NuggetsNuggets | 30 | 22 | 23 | 31 | 106 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 17 | 32 | 26 | 20 | 95 |
After Action Report
In Los Angeles, the Nuggets knocked off the Lakers 106-95. The better team simply showed up tonight. The Nuggets carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one; the Nuggets bent the defense out of shape from deep. The Nuggets bench chemistry carried them. Nuggets' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles. Add it to the list of nights the favorite forgot to show up.
What tipped it
- 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.