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Philadelphia 76ers vs Denver Nuggets Recap - Nuggets Win 116-111
Nikola Jokic scored 25 points and chipped in with 17 rebounds for Denver on Monday, leading the Nuggets to a 116-111 victory over Philadelphia at Ball Arena.
Bettors who backed the Nuggets were disappointed, as they failed to cover the closing number of -10.0. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go PUSH the closing total of 227.0.
Denver got 19 points from Jamal Murray and another 18 points from Bruce Brown. Nikola Jokic contributed 12 assists, while Nikola Jokic cleaned the glass with 17 rebounds.
Philadelphia got 29 points from Tyrese Maxey in a losing cause and another 16 points from Paul Reed. Tyrese Maxey contributed 5 assists for the 76ers, while Paul Reed had 9 rebounds.
Denver led at halftime, 61-57.
Denver had a 42-40 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Denver looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Pelicans. The 76ers will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Dallas.