nba Game Recap
Denver Nuggets vs Phoenix Suns Wrap - Denver Wins 113-111
Phoenix was scorched by Jamal Murray for 28 points as the Nuggets defeated the Suns 113-111 in NBA action on Monday.
Bettors who backed the Nuggets were disappointed, as they failed to cover the closing number of -2.5. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go OVER the closing total of 218.5.
Nikola Jokic had 22 points for Denver and Will Barton chipped in with 13 points. Nikola Jokic had 10 assists for the Nuggets, while Nikola Jokic was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 12 boards.
The Suns got a 21-point performance from Ricky Rubio, who was supported by 14 points from Kelly Oubre Jr.. Ricky Rubio had 9 assists in a losing cause for Phoenix, while Cameron Johnson grabbed 7 rebounds.
Denver led at halftime, 56-49.
Denver won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 39-38.
Next game, Denver takes its act home to face New Orleans looking for another win. For Phoenix, they head on the road to face Golden State.