Sun Jan 2, 2005 · 7:30 PM
Denver NuggetsNuggets
105
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Chemistry
Tense
Los Angeles LakersLakers
117
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Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Denver NuggetsNuggets | 31 | 24 | 29 | 21 | 105 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 28 | 35 | 23 | 31 | 117 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Lakers pulled away from the Nuggets 117-105. Lakers controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. Lakers' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo; Nuggets' old heads steadied the ship in the swings. Lakers' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.