OKLAHOMA CITY — To win in Shai’s house, the Nuggets’ margin for error will be minimal.
That’s true of their execution and their health. Injuries and missed shots finally caught up with Denver late in a 127-103 loss to the Thunder on Sunday afternoon.
In the first round of an MVP double bill to be continued Monday evening, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 40 points to lead Oklahoma City. Nikola Jokic went for 24 points, 13 rebounds and nine assists.
After aiding the Nuggets in an emphatic 14-3 run to start the game, Aaron Gordon exited with right calf tightness and didn’t return to the bench.