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Nuggets vs Raptors Final: 121-111 - Recap
Denver got 23 points from Michael Porter Jr. en route to a 121-111 victory over Toronto on Thursday at Ball Arena.
Bettors who backed the Nuggets were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -4.5 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go OVER the closing total of 218.5.
Nikola Jokic had 19 points for Denver and JaMychal Green chipped in with 15 points. Facundo Campazzo had 4 assists for the Nuggets, while Nikola Jokic was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 11 boards.
Toronto got 25 points from OG Anunoby in a losing cause and another 20 points from Kyle Lowry. Kyle Lowry contributed 7 assists for the Raptors, while Khem Birch had 8 rebounds.
The Nuggets hit the break winning 59-57 before taking care of business in the second half.
Denver won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 47-35.
Denver looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Clippers. The Raptors will aim to get back on the winning track at Utah.