This was just what the doctor ordered for the Nuggets’ hopes to win the Northwest Division. Three starters played less than 29:00 minutes (Nene, Billups, Martin), so everyone should have plenty of energy to run with the Suns tomorrow. A win Tuesday night in Phoenix clenches the 3 seed.
The Denver Nugget’s bench fueled the overwhelming comeback with physical defense, great ball movement, and at least one hot hand.
In a game where true team chemistry is at a premium, the Nuggets may already have exactly what they need to win an NBA Championship.
No depth, no wins as Denver drops two on the road. Without Chauncey in the line-up, the Nuggets don’t have the leadership on the court to help control game tempo.
