Sun Jan 2, 2005 · 7:30 PM
Denver NuggetsNuggets
93
away
Chemistry
Steady
Los Angeles LakersLakers
127
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Denver NuggetsNuggets | 24 | 18 | 28 | 23 | 93 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 33 | 29 | 31 | 34 | 127 |
After Action Report
The Lakers demolished the Nuggets 127-93. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Lakers cashed in. Lakers' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; you could feel the revenge motivation from the Lakers. Never a doubt in this one.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Lakers · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- 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.