nba Game Recap
Nuggets Down Phoenix 108-107 - Match Report
The Suns were burned for 27 points by Jamal Murray on Friday as the Nuggets picked up a 108-107 win at Pepsi Center.
The Nuggets earned a straight-up victory but suffered an ATS defeat in failing to cover the -11.5-point spread. Over-Under bettors who played UNDER the total of 219.5 were rewarded with a winning wager.
Denver got 23 points from Nikola Jokic and another 17 points from Malik Beasley. Nikola Jokic contributed 12 assists, while Nikola Jokic cleaned the glass with 14 rebounds.
The Suns got a 23-point performance from Kelly Oubre Jr., who was supported by 19 points from Frank Kaminsky. Ricky Rubio had 9 assists in a losing cause for Phoenix, while Frank Kaminsky grabbed 11 rebounds.
The Nuggets hit the break losing 45-39 before taking care of business in the second half.
Phoenix had a 54-45 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Denver heads into a battle against the Kings. Phoenix, meanwhile, will have their next action against LA Clippers.