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Phoenix 98, Denver 78

Postgame Notes - April 8, 2003 at Pepsi Center

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  • The Suns won the season series with the Nuggets, 3-1. They have captured the season set in five of the last six years.

  • The Nuggets shot just .316 (25-79) from the field tonight. It was their fourth-worst shooting night of the season and the 31st time they’ve shot below .400. Their starters shot just .286 (14-49).

  • Devin Brown played in his first game for the Nuggets tonight. He is the 21st different player to see action for the Nuggets this season. He finished with career highs of eight points and six rebounds.

  • Joe Johnson scored 23 points for the Suns tonight. It’s the sixth time he’s scored 20+ this season.

  • Juwan Howard led the Nuggets with 15 points tonight. It’s the 41st time he’s led the club in scoring in his last 51 games.

  • Nene Hilario tied a career with four blocked shots. It’s the fourth time he’s had four.

  • The Nuggets were held below 80 points for the 30th time this season.