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Nuggets Fall 118-117 Against Oklahoma City - Game Recap
The Nuggets were burned for 25 points by Shai Gilgeous-Alexander on Saturday as the Thunder picked up a 118-117 win at Ball Arena.
Oklahoma City was the ATS victor, as they covered the +5.0-point spread as an underdog. Over-Under bettors who played UNDER the total of 238.0 were rewarded at the payout window.
Jalen Williams had 24 points for Oklahoma City and Chet Holmgren chipped in with 17 points. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander had 8 assists for the Thunder, while Chet Holmgren was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 11 boards.
Denver got 24 points from Nikola Jokic in a losing cause and another 20 points from Michael Porter Jr.. Nikola Jokic contributed 12 assists for the Nuggets, while Michael Porter Jr. had 11 rebounds.
Oklahoma City trailed at halftime, 56-54.
Denver had a 47-40 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Oklahoma City looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Grizzlies. The Nuggets will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Dallas.