Monte Morris’ buzzer-beating 3-pointer against the Warriors sent the Nuggets into the All-Star break on a high.
Then their third win in a row, Morris’ game-winner was such a rush it overshadowed the fact that Will Barton hadn’t played a second of the fourth quarter. His closing minutes went to Austin Rivers (whose defense on Steph Curry was noteworthy) and Bryn Forbes (whose shot-making has added a new wrinkle to Denver’s bench).
Barton struggled on the night. He missed open looks and lacked his trademark burst. Eight nights later in Sacramento, following a much-needed break, Barton erupted for a season-high 31 points.