Wed Jan 12, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
102
away
Chemistry
Steady
Denver NuggetsNuggets
96
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 20 | 34 | 19 | 29 | 102 |
| Denver NuggetsNuggets | 27 | 16 | 25 | 28 | 96 |
After Action Report
The Lakers edged the Nuggets 102-96. Every possession went the Lakers way. The Lakers answered the bell with a bounce-back effort; the Lakers pushed the pace until the other side broke.
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.
- Lakers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.