nba Game Recap
Recap - Nuggets Defeat Toronto 125-119
Denver got 35 points and 17 rebounds from Nikola Jokic en route to a 125-119 victory over Toronto on Monday at Ball Arena.
Denver won on the scoreboard, but lost at the pay window as they failed to cover the -17.5-point spread. The game went OVER the consensus closing total of 232.0.
Denver got 26 points from Jamal Murray and another 19 points from Aaron Gordon. Nikola Jokic contributed 12 assists, while Nikola Jokic cleaned the glass with 17 rebounds.
The Raptors got a 26-point performance from RJ Barrett, who was supported by 24 points from Kelly Olynyk. RJ Barrett had 9 assists in a losing cause for Toronto, while Bruce Brown grabbed 10 rebounds.
The Nuggets hit the break losing 68-51 before taking care of business in the second half.
Toronto had a 42-41 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Denver looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Heat. The Raptors will aim to get back on the winning track at Detroit.