Quick Game 4 Recap

Busy day for me today, so I'll keep it simple: Read all of the Game 3 Recaps and switch the teams around.

Denver was in control of this one the whole time until the final minutes just as Dallas was in control of Game 3. Frustrating loss, but I don't see it affecting the Nugget's dominant ply at home and believe this series will be over by tomorrow evening.

The X factor was clearly the Birdman's absence. I don't think JJ Barea would have been quite so heroic had the Bird been around to swat his drives to the hoop. It could be a reason for Dirk's sudden 4th quarter prowess as well with Linas Kleiza drawing the big German on many 4th quarter possessions.

Here's a question: Wouldn't Balkman be a good option when the team is looking for someone to check Dirk the Jerk and soak up a few fouls?