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The Denver Nuggets and the Los Angeles Clippers delivered an exciting matchup, but ultimately, the 2023 NBA champions, spearheaded by Nikola Jokić, emerged victorious with a final score of 112–110 in overtime for the Colorado squad.
Throughout the game, Denver found it challenging to contain James Harden, though Jokić led their offense. He eventually received crucial support from his teammates when it mattered most.
Russell Westbrook missed an opportunity to clinch the game in regulation, but the Nuggets managed to secure the win in the additional five-minute period, putting them ahead in the playoff series.
Jokić logged an impressive 46 minutes on the court, falling just one rebound short of a triple-double, finishing with 29 points and 12 assists. Aaron Gordon contributed with 25 points and eight rebounds, while Jamal Murray added 21 points, along with nine rebounds and seven assists. Westbrook scored 15 points and grabbed eight rebounds, with nine of those points coming in the fourth quarter.
On the opposing side, James Harden was the standout performer with 32 points and 11 assists, and Kawhi Leonard chipped in with 22 points.
Croatian center Ivica Zubac notched a double-double with 21 points and 13 rebounds, while his compatriot Bogdan Bogdanović played a minor role, finishing with five rebounds, two assists, and no points.
Despite Giannis’ double-double, the Pacers managed to take the lead over the Bucks.
