Denver lead the CVBL Finals 3-1 with a 110-107 win, taking advantage of critical Brooklyn mistakes. "They got a gift, no question in my mind," grumbled Brooklyn coach Bob. "We outplayed them today, but just couldn't come up with the big plays when we were threatening to score. I just can't wait until the rematch; we'll show them who's really the best."

Denver coach Bob saw things a little differently. "I'm proud of our defensive effort today. They avoided giving up the big plays, and really came through in the key situations. Bob may blame his offense, but they'd have been able to score if they didn't have good opposition."

Denver was led by Davidson (10 points, 6 boards, 13 assists, 2 steals), Simmons (22 points, 10 boards, 1 assists, 2 blocks), Stanford (8 points, 10 boards, 2 assists, 2 blocks). Brooklyn was led by Owens (36 points, 3 steals), Hargrove (6 points, 10 boards, 4 assists, 4 blocks), Jeanlouis (8 points, 10 boards, 2 assists, a block).

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