The Nuggets beat the Thunder 113-104 in overtime despite a poor showing from MVP candidate Nikola Jokic. Aaron Gordon tied the game with a three-pointer late in regulation before Denver pulled away in extra time. Jokic shot just 32 percent from the field and missed all ten of his three-point attempts, but still scored 20 points with 16 rebounds. His teammates stepped up when he struggled, as Gordon scored 22 points and Jamal Murray added 27.
Thunder star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander had an even worse night, making only seven of 22 shots for 18 points. He tried to win the game alone in the final minutes but made several rushed mistakes. Jalen Williams led Oklahoma City with 32 points, and Chet Holmgren contributed 18 points with 16 rebounds. The victory gives Denver a 2-1 lead in the series with another home game coming up Sunday night. The Thunder must win to avoid falling behind 3-1 against the defending champions.
Thunder star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander had an even worse night, making only seven of 22 shots for 18 points. He tried to win the game alone in the final minutes but made several rushed mistakes. Jalen Williams led Oklahoma City with 32 points, and Chet Holmgren contributed 18 points with 16 rebounds. The victory gives Denver a 2-1 lead in the series with another home game coming up Sunday night. The Thunder must win to avoid falling behind 3-1 against the defending champions.
