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Denver Defeats Phoenix 149-141 - Recap
Nikola Jokic scored 31 points and added 21 rebounds for a double-double, leading Denver over Phoenix, 149-141, on Friday at Ball Arena.
The Nuggets earned a straight-up victory but suffered an ATS defeat in failing to cover the -9.0-point spread. Over-Under bettors who played OVER the total of 243.5 were rewarded with a winning wager.
Aaron Gordon had 27 points for Denver and Christian Braun chipped in with 25 points. Nikola Jokic had 22 assists for the Nuggets, while Nikola Jokic was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 21 boards.
The Suns got a 34-point performance from Devin Booker, who was supported by 29 points from Kevin Durant. Bradley Beal had 9 assists in a losing cause for Phoenix, while Mason Plumlee grabbed 11 rebounds.
The Nuggets hit the break winning 68-56 before taking care of business in the second half.
Phoenix had a 39-38 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Next game, Denver takes its act on the road to face Oklahoma City looking for another win. For Phoenix, they head on the road to face Dallas.