Nuggets Stage Epic OT Comeback Against Pelicans
The Denver Nuggets completed a stunning turnaround, outlasting the New Orleans Pelicans 141-135 in overtime after trailing by as many as 19 points entering the fourth quarter. Nikola Jokic was masterful, recording a triple-double with 35 points, 15 rebounds, and 10 assists, while Jamal Murray poured in 42 points to spearhead Denver's offense. New Orleans, who held a commanding 73-57 halftime lead and still led 108-89 early in the fourth, saw their advantage evaporate under a furious Denver rally. The Nuggets outscored the Pelicans 37-18 in the pivotal fourth quarter to force overtime. Despite a strong 51-point contribution from the Pelicans' bench, Denver's 15 made threes and 40 points from their own bench, including 15 from Christian Braun, proved decisive. This dramatic victory moves Denver to 1-2 on the season, avoiding a deeper hole in the Western Conference standings.