Celtics (
nathan) are the champions!
Wed Jan 26, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Denver NuggetsNuggets
118
away
Chemistry
Steady
Detroit PistonsPistons
102
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Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Denver NuggetsNuggets | 20 | 30 | 36 | 32 | 118 |
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 30 | 25 | 26 | 21 | 102 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Nuggets outlasted the Pistons 118-102. The tempo dragged the Pistons into a rhythm they couldn't survive. The Nuggets came in with something to prove after a loss; Nuggets' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. The Nuggets rotation plan paid off — leaning into the right spots created real lift.
What tipped it
- Pistons · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Nuggets · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.