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Atkins 33 not enough for the Wizards


Top Left: Anthony takes it home Top Right: Atkins drills 1 of his 5 3's
Bottom Left: Camby denies Butler Bottom Right: Haywood gets revenge on Nene
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The Denver Nuggets escaped Atkins 33 points and came away with the victory. Chucky Atkins started at Point Guard for the Wizards as Jared Jefferies was injured at practice. Atkins didnt disapoint. He got 33 points and 8 assists, but this wasnt enough to get Washington the win. Denvers Carmelo Anthony got 29 points and Marcus Camby got 22 points and 13 rebounds. Denver dominated the boards 43-34. "we got the ball off the glass on both offense and defense" said George Karl Nuggets head coach, "Marcus did a good job in keeping the oposition out". Gilbert Arenas had a quiet game starting at Shooting Guard and most of the credit goes to Greg Buckner who shut him down. "I was told i had a job to do and i did it" said Buckner. Coach Eddie Jordan was pleased with the line-up despite the loss. "I think Chucky really shined tonight despite our defeat. I can see him in the 5 in the future" said Jordan.
Denver shot poorley from beyond the arc with only 2 3s made out of 12 attempts. "Our shooting has much to be desired" said Anthony who was 0-3 from the arc. "we get open looks but they just dont fall". Washington led most of the game but they collapsed towards to end. Jamison got 17 points and 9 boards. "Gil was quiet so i had to up my game a bit, Chuck did a great job". The game ended with free throws. Denver meet San Antonio in a few days time.
Player of the Game
Marcus Camby
Pts - 22
Blks - 3
Rbs - 13
Ast - 2