Sun Jan 2, 2005 · 7:30 PM
Denver NuggetsNuggets
123
away
Chemistry
Tense
Los Angeles LakersLakers
97
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Denver NuggetsNuggets | 34 | 32 | 34 | 23 | 123 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 19 | 27 | 37 | 14 | 97 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Nuggets rolled past the Lakers 123-97. The tempo dragged the Lakers into a rhythm they couldn't survive. Nuggets' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; shots just aren't falling for the Nuggets lately. Tonight's Lakers utilization choices clashed with the team identity. It was over by halftime.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- 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.
- Nuggets · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.