Nikola Jokic turns OKC’s defense into vapor as Denver takes the dub and the momentum.
The Thunder rolled into Denver thinking they might shake the Nuggets. Instead, they left wondering if Nikola Jokic is powered by cheat codes.
Final score: Nuggets 124, Thunder 119. But let’s be real — it felt like Jokic vs Everyone for large stretches of the night.
Jokic dropped dimes like he was getting paid per assist, danced in the post like he was at Serbian prom, and casually tossed in floaters that defied physics. OKC tried throwing double teams at him — Jokic responded with no-look passes that made teammates blush. The man even smiled mid-possession. That’s when you know you’re doomed.
Jamal Murray showed up too, delivering timely daggers like a man who got a new shooting sleeve and suddenly remembered he’s a playoff legend. Meanwhile, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander kept OKC close, slicing through defenders like hot gossip, but Jokic’s gravity made sure Denver stayed in control.
Late in the 4th, the Thunder briefly led. The crowd tensed. Then Jokic hit a step-back three with all the urgency of someone folding laundry. Ballgame.
The MVP chants? Loud. The message? Louder. Denver’s not just here to compete — they’re here to clown defenses and collect wins.
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Next up: Can the Thunder regroup, or will Jokic keep casting spells until OKC gets swept back into Tornado Alley?