Sun Jan 2, 2005 · 7:30 PM
Denver NuggetsNuggets
99
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Chemistry
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Los Angeles LakersLakers
113
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Chemistry
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Denver NuggetsNuggets | 29 | 24 | 23 | 23 | 99 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 37 | 25 | 19 | 32 | 113 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Lakers downed the Nuggets 113-99. Lakers controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. Nuggets' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; the Nuggets owned the glass, generating extra possessions.
What tipped it
- Nuggets · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Nuggets · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Nuggets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.