Sun Jan 2, 2005 · 7:30 PM
Denver NuggetsNuggets
109
away
Chemistry
Steady
Los Angeles LakersLakers
117
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Denver NuggetsNuggets | 24 | 33 | 33 | 19 | 109 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 26 | 30 | 35 | 26 | 117 |
After Action Report
The Lakers fended off the Nuggets 117-109. Lakers' offense had its way with the Nuggets. The Lakers played with the chip of a recent gutting loss; Lakers' outside barrage was a constant threat.
What tipped it
- Lakers · 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.