The Denver Nuggets edged out the Los Angeles Clippers 112-11 in a dramatic overtime finish to open their Western Conference playoff series. Nikola Jokic led the way for Denver with points, 1 assists, and just missed a triple-double by one rebound. Aaron Gordon added points, including two clutch free throws with seconds left, while Jamal Murray chipped in points, nine rebounds, and seven assists.
The Clippers, who came into the playoffs as one of the league’s hottest teams, built a 15-point first-half lead but couldn’t hold on. James Harden scored points and Kawhi Leonard contributed, with Ivica Zubac adding points and rebounds. Russell Westbrook made key plays down the stretch, including a crucial three-pointer and a defensive stop in overtime, but it wasn’t enough to secure the win.
Game is set for Monday night at Ball Arena in Denver. With the Nuggets now up 1-0, the pressure shifts to the Clippers to respond. Expert predictions remain split, but many analysts expect this series to go the distance, possibly to seven games. The Nuggets have momentum, but the Clippers’ depth and star power make this matchup far from decided.
Will the Clippers bounce back, or are the Nuggets on their way to another deep playoff run? All eyes are on Game.
