Mon Jan 17, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Denver NuggetsNuggets
101
away
Chemistry
Hot
Golden State WarriorsWarriors
116
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Denver NuggetsNuggets | 31 | 30 | 26 | 14 | 101 |
| Golden State WarriorsWarriors | 27 | 26 | 34 | 29 | 116 |
After Action Report
In Golden State, the Warriors outlasted the Nuggets 116-101. Execution down the stretch made the difference. Second-chance points piled up for the Warriors; fresh off a statement win, the Warriors stayed locked in. Early returns: the Warriors per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Warriors · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Warriors · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Nuggets · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Nuggets · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.