Sat Apr 16, 2005 · 6:30 PM
Denver NuggetsNuggets
115
away
Chemistry
Steady
Houston RocketsRockets
106
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Denver NuggetsNuggets | 29 | 29 | 25 | 32 | 115 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 27 | 29 | 26 | 24 | 106 |
After Action Report
The Nuggets edged the Rockets 115-106. Execution down the stretch made the difference. Second-chance points piled up for the Rockets; Rockets' veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes. Early returns: the Nuggets per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.