Sun Jan 2, 2005 · 7:30 PM
Denver NuggetsNuggets
129
away
Chemistry
Steady
Los Angeles LakersLakers
122
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Denver NuggetsNuggets | 32 | 34 | 38 | 25 | 129 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 32 | 33 | 27 | 30 | 122 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Nuggets edged the Lakers 129-122. The Lakers had no answer for the variance gods tonight. The Lakers owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Lakers answered the bell with a bounce-back effort.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Lakers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.