nba Game Recap
Denver Nuggets vs New Orleans Pelicans Wrap - Denver Wins 132-129
Nikola Jokic scored 27 points and chipped in with 13 rebounds for Denver on Sunday, leading the Nuggets to a 132-129 victory over New Orleans at Smoothie King Center.
Denver did not, however, defeat the Pelicans against the spread, which closed at -8.5 at most sportsbooks. Totals bettors, meanwhile, saw the game go OVER the closing number of 231.0.
Denver got 27 points from Jamal Murray and another 21 points from Russell Westbrook. Nikola Jokic contributed 10 assists, while Nikola Jokic cleaned the glass with 13 rebounds.
The Pelicans got a 25-point performance from Jordan Hawkins, who was supported by 24 points from CJ McCollum. Dejounte Murray had 15 assists in a losing cause for New Orleans, while Yves Missi grabbed 9 rebounds.
The Nuggets hit the break losing 67-59 before taking care of business in the second half.
Denver won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 54-43.
Denver looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Suns. The Pelicans will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Houston.