The Denver Nuggets defeated the San Antonio Spurs 136-134 in overtime on Saturday at Ball Arena, ending the Texans' 11-game winning streak. Nikola Jokic shone with 40 points, while Victor Wembanyama tallied 34 points and 18 rebounds. It marks Denver's eighth straight win, placing them fourth in the West.
The Nuggets edged the Spurs in a playoff-like thriller at Ball Arena. San Antonio, which led by 13 points during the game, saw its 11-game winning streak end. The Texans remain second in the Western Conference with a 59-19 record, but trail OKC (61-16).
Nikola Jokic was decisive, scoring 40 points (13/25 field goals, 13/15 free throws), with 13 assists, 8 rebounds, and 3 blocks. He hit key shots late in regulation and overtime. Victor Wembanyama posted 34 points (8/17 field goals, 16/17 free throws), 18 rebounds, 7 assists, and 5 blocks despite the loss.
The game was tight from the start, featuring a high-scoring first quarter with early fouls for Wembanyama. At halftime, Jokic had 20 points to the Frenchman's 15. The teams traded blows, tying at 124-124 on the buzzer, before Jokic sealed it in overtime.
This matchup between two MVP candidates lived up to the hype, spotlighting the NBA's giants.
