Nuggets throttle Pacers; Celtics remain unbeaten

CLASH AT THE RIM: Denver center Chris Andersen tries to block a shot by Indiana’s Danny Granger during the third quarter of the Nuggets’ 111-93 win over the Pacers on Tuesday night in Indianapolis. Anderson was called for a foul.

INDIANAPOLIS – Carmelo Anthony scored 25 points and Chauncey Billups added 24 to help Denver beat the Indiana Pacers 111-93 on Tuesday night, lifting the Nuggets to their best start in 24 years.

Anthony, who was averaging 38 points, shot just 6-for-17 from the field but made 11 of 14 free throws. Nene added 16 points and 13 rebounds for the Nuggets (4-0), who are off to their best start since the 1985-86 season.

Former Denver guard Dahntay Jones led the Pacers with 20 points, and Danny Granger added 18 for Indiana (0-3).

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November, 2009