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Thunder Fall 140-127 Against Denver - Game Recap
Nikola Jokic scored 35 points and chipped in with 18 rebounds for Denver on Monday, leading the Nuggets to a 140-127 victory over Oklahoma City at Paycom Center.
Denver was the ATS victor, as they covered the +9.5-point spread as an underdog. Over-Under bettors who played OVER the total of 240.5 were rewarded at the payout window.
Denver got 34 points from Jamal Murray and another 17 points from Michael Porter Jr.. Nikola Jokic contributed 8 assists, while Nikola Jokic cleaned the glass with 18 rebounds.
The Thunder got a 26-point performance from Luguentz Dort, who was supported by 25 points from Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. Cason Wallace had 8 assists in a losing cause for Oklahoma City, while Isaiah Hartenstein grabbed 7 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed Oklahoma City were victorious, as the score was 73-67 at the break.
The rebound battle favored Denver as they grabbed 43 boards, while Oklahoma City only had 37
Next game, Denver takes its act home to face Minnesota looking for another win. For Oklahoma City, they head on the road to face Boston.