Sat Dec 18, 2004 · 8:00 PM
Denver NuggetsNuggets
109
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Chemistry
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Orlando MagicMagic
112
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Chemistry
Elite
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Denver NuggetsNuggets | 30 | 22 | 31 | 26 | 109 |
| Orlando MagicMagic | 28 | 31 | 26 | 27 | 112 |
After Action Report
The Magic snuck past the Nuggets 112-109. Lineup balance gave the Magic a clear synergy edge. The Magic owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Magic played with the chip of a recent gutting loss.
What tipped it
- Magic · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Magic · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Nuggets · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Nuggets · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.