nba Game Recap
Denver Falls 120-97 to Clippers - Recap
Denver was run off the court by the Clippers on Thursday as Los Angeles blasted the Nuggets 120-97 at AdventHealth Arena.
Bettors who backed the Clippers were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -9.5 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go UNDER the closing total of 223.0.
Los Angeles got 29 points from Kawhi Leonard and another 19 points from Paul George. Lou Williams contributed 4 assists, while Ivica Zubac cleaned the glass with 7 rebounds.
Denver got 15 points from Nikola Jokic in a losing cause and another 13 points from Paul Millsap. Jamal Murray contributed 6 assists for the Nuggets, while Paul Millsap had 9 rebounds.
Los Angeles led at halftime, 69-51.
Los Angeles had a 45-40 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.