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Nuggets vs Mavericks Final: 125-114 - Recap
Nikola Jokic scored 33 points and chipped in with 14 rebounds for Denver on Friday, leading the Nuggets to a 125-114 victory over Dallas at Ball Arena.
Bettors who backed the Nuggets were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -5.5 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go OVER the closing total of 230.5.
Denver got 24 points from Michael Porter Jr. and another 18 points from Jamal Murray. Jamal Murray contributed 13 assists, while Nikola Jokic cleaned the glass with 14 rebounds.
The Mavericks got a 34-point performance from Luka Doncic, who was supported by 22 points from Kyrie Irving. Luka Doncic had 8 assists in a losing cause for Dallas, while Luka Doncic grabbed 10 rebounds.
Denver led at halftime, 70-55.
Denver won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 51-34.
Denver heads into a battle against the Bulls. Dallas, meanwhile, will have their next action against Charlotte.