Celtics (
nathan) are the champions!
Sat Jan 8, 2005 · 1:30 PM
Denver NuggetsNuggets
115
away
Chemistry
Steady
San Antonio SpursSpurs
119
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Denver NuggetsNuggets | 28 | 30 | 27 | 30 | 115 |
| San Antonio SpursSpurs | 30 | 28 | 33 | 28 | 119 |
After Action Report
In San Antonio, the Spurs survived the Nuggets 119-115. The breakneck pace played right into Spurs' hands. Second-chance points piled up for the Spurs; Spurs' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. Early returns: the Spurs per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Spurs · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Nuggets · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- 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.