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Denver Nuggets vs Miami Heat Wrap - Denver Wins 112-108

The Nuggets got a 27-point performance from Nikola Jokic, who added 12 rebounds as Denver ran past Miami 112-108 on Monday at Miami-Dade Arena.

The Nuggets were a -1.0-point favorite in the win, and managed to turn a profit for their supporters. The combined score went OVER the total, which closed at 217.5.

Denver got 17 points from Michael Porter Jr. and another 16 points from Bruce Brown. Nikola Jokic contributed 8 assists, while Nikola Jokic cleaned the glass with 12 rebounds.

The Heat got a 24-point performance from Jimmy Butler, who was supported by 23 points from Max Strus. Jimmy Butler had 9 assists in a losing cause for Miami, while Jimmy Butler grabbed 10 rebounds.

The Nuggets hit the break winning 65-62 before taking care of business in the second half.

The rebound battle favored Denver as they grabbed 39 boards, while Miami only had 34

Next game, Denver takes its act home to face Dallas looking for another win. For Miami, they head on the road to face Brooklyn.