One of the most dominant teams over the past decade, the San Antonio Spurs have been a tough match up for any team with the big fundamental Tim Duncan, speedy Tony Parker and sixth man scoring machine Manu Ginobili.
Usually the Spurs are expected to win on a nightly basis with their great team chemistry, veteran leadership and the multiple championship banners hanging from the rafters, but this season times seem to be changing in San Antonio.
Since Chauncey Billups came to Denver, the Nuggets have done nothing but improve with every passing game. Billups has brought some much needed structure to a Nuggets offense that was trying to just outscored every opponent and pay no mind to the defensive end of the floor.
Although the Spurs have struggled early because of injuries to Tony Parker and Manu Ginobili, a win over San Antonio speaks volumes for any team. No matter who the Spurs put on the floor, they will always have a good chance to win and will never go out without a fight.
In the eighth game for Billups since the big trade, the Nuggets have lost only once to LeBron James and the Cleveland Cavaliers. Well, Denver had no intention in breaking up there winning streak of 3 games and that they didn't as they beat the Spurs and held Tim Duncan to only 12 points.
Chauncey Billups and Carmelo Anthony were the stars of the show as they both consistently hit big shots and kept the Spurs from making a comeback. Anthony finished the game by filling up the stat sheet as he scored 21 points, dished 7 assists and ripped down 9 boards. Billups lead all scorers will 22 points along with 6 assists and 5 rebounds.
Nene also had a notable performance against the San Antonio Spurs with 16 points, 9 rebounds and 2 blocks. Keyon Martin added 18 points to go with 7 boards and two steals.
As for the Spurs, they shot a horrible percentage from the floor (38.7%) and just couldn't keep up with the Nuggets. If they don't get Manu and Parker back soon, the Spurs will have there work out for them trying to compete with their division leading Houston Rockets and Chris Paul's New Orleans Hornets.
Needless to say, the Nuggets are smoking hot right now, but they will face another big test as they travel to Los Angeles to face the one loss Lakers in their house.
NEXT MATCH UP: Denver Nuggets @ Los Angeles Lakers Friday, Nov. 21st 8:30pm MT
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