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nathan) are the champions!
Sun Jan 2, 2005 · 7:30 PM
Denver NuggetsNuggets
116
away
Chemistry
Tense
Los Angeles LakersLakers
105
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Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Denver NuggetsNuggets | 32 | 25 | 28 | 31 | 116 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 24 | 28 | 32 | 21 | 105 |
After Action Report
In Los Angeles, the Nuggets downed the Lakers 116-105. The breakneck pace played right into Nuggets' hands. The Nuggets pushed the pace until the other side broke; the Lakers answered the bell with a bounce-back effort. The Nuggets rotation plan paid off — leaning into the right spots created real lift.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.