nba Game Recap
Denver Nuggets vs Phoenix Suns Wrap - Phoenix Wins 119-115
The Nuggets were burned for 29 points by Kevin Durant on Thursday as the Suns picked up a 119-115 win at Footprint Center.
Phoenix did not, however, defeat the Nuggets against the spread, which closed at -13.0 at most sportsbooks. Totals bettors, meanwhile, saw the game go OVER the closing number of 221.5.
Chris Paul had 25 points for Phoenix and Deandre Ayton chipped in with 16 points. Devin Booker had 8 assists for the Suns, while Kevin Durant was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 7 boards.
The Nuggets got a 31-point performance from Bruce Brown, who was supported by 20 points from Reggie Jackson. Ish Smith had 6 assists in a losing cause for Denver, while DeAndre Jordan grabbed 11 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed Phoenix were victorious, as the score was 56-55 at the break.
Denver won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 38-33.
Phoenix looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Lakers. The Nuggets will aim to get back on the winning track at Utah.