Sun Jan 2, 2005 · 7:30 PM
Denver NuggetsNuggets
122
away
Chemistry
Hot
Los Angeles LakersLakers
117
home
Chemistry
Cold
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Denver NuggetsNuggets | 38 | 26 | 30 | 28 | 122 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 34 | 24 | 36 | 23 | 117 |
After Action Report
The Nuggets survived the Lakers 122-117. The Lakers had no answer for the variance gods tonight. The Lakers sent shots into the fifth row all night; Lakers' old heads steadied the ship in the swings. Tonight's Lakers utilization choices clashed with the team identity.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Block Party Multiple shot-blockers turn the paint into a no-fly zone.