nba Game Recap
Nuggets Down Memphis 142-105 - Match Report
The Nuggets blew out Memphis on Thursday, running up the score in a 142-105 win at Ball Arena.
Bettors who backed the Nuggets were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -9.0 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go OVER the closing total of 222.5.
Denver got 26 points from Nikola Jokic and another 23 points from Jamal Murray. Nikola Jokic contributed 10 assists, while Nikola Jokic cleaned the glass with 14 rebounds.
Memphis got 23 points from Desmond Bane in a losing cause and another 17 points from Marcus Smart. Marcus Smart contributed 5 assists for the Grizzlies, while Vince Williams Jr. had 11 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed Denver were victorious, as the score was 65-48 at the break.
The rebound battle favored Denver as they grabbed 53 boards, while Memphis only had 35
Next game, Denver takes its act home to face Oklahoma City looking for another win. For Memphis, they head on the road to face Los Angeles.