nba Game Recap
Nuggets Down Chicago 118-112 - Match Report
Nikola Jokic scored 39 points and chipped in with 14 rebounds for Denver on Monday, leading the Nuggets to a 118-112 victory over Chicago at United Center.
Denver was the ATS victor, as they covered the -4.0-point spread as a favorite. Over-Under bettors who played OVER the total of 225.0 were rewarded at the payout window.
Denver got 24 points from Jamal Murray and another 17 points from Michael Porter Jr.. Nikola Jokic contributed 9 assists, while Michael Porter Jr. cleaned the glass with 15 rebounds.
Chicago got 23 points from Zach LaVine in a losing cause and another 20 points from Coby White. Zach LaVine contributed 5 assists for the Bulls, while Coby White had 10 rebounds.
The Nuggets hit the break winning 62-55 before taking care of business in the second half.
Denver had a 50-44 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Denver heads into a battle against the Bucks. Chicago, meanwhile, will have their next action against New Orleans.