The Nuggets built a 21-point lead but couldn’t overcome a second rally by the Brooklyn Nets in a heartbreaking 125-119 defeat.
Denver added another name to the injury list pregame as Aaron Gordon was ruled out with right calf tightness. Despite missing the versatile two-way forward along with Jamal Murray, Monte Morris, and Will Barton III, the Nuggets gave a valiant effort against the oddsmakers favorite to win the NBA title.
Nikola Jokiu0107 was once again dominant, dropping 29 points, seven rebounds and six assists in the Nuggets loss. Kevin Durant led the Nets with 33 points on 64.