Nikola Jokic once again emerged as the hero for the Denver Nuggets, leading them to a win over the Golden State Warriors by 130:127.
Then in the second half we witnessed a spectacle! First, in the third quarter the Golden State Warriors shifted into a higher gear. Not only did they erase a double-digit deficit, but they also took a commanding 15-point lead. They displayed incredible shooting accuracy in this phase of the game (12/14), sinking six three-pointers out of nine attempts, leading 107:94 heading into the final quarter.
Then came an incredible turnaround. When the Warriors took a 121:103 lead, it seemed like the game was over. That’s when Nikola Jokic emerged! Once again, he showcased the excellent tandem he forms with Aaron Gordon for an incredible run, initially 11:0 and ultimately 27:6, including an unbelievable three-pointer for the win!
HE IS HIM. GAME WINNER. pic.twitter.com/YeuYZVTMRv
— Denver Nuggets (@nuggets) January 5, 2024
The Serbian center finished the game with 34 points, ten assists, and nine rebounds. His impressive field goal shooting was 13/16, all in 39 minutes on the court. Aaron Gordon contributed with 30 points and nine rebounds, while Jamal Murray scored 25 points.
In the losing team, Steph Curry led with 30 points and Klay Thompson finished the game with 24 points (9/18).