Sun Dec 26, 2004 · 8:00 PM
Dallas MavericksMavs
111
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Denver NuggetsNuggets
116
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Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 37 | 18 | 32 | 24 | 111 |
| Denver NuggetsNuggets | 35 | 7 | 38 | 36 | 116 |
After Action Report
The Nuggets snuck past the Mavericks 116-111. The breakneck pace played right into Nuggets' hands. The Nuggets answered the bell with a bounce-back effort; Nuggets' veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes.
What tipped it
- Nuggets · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Mavericks · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Mavericks · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Mavericks · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Mavericks · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.