The Denver Nuggets secured a crucial 119-107 victory over the Oklahoma City Thunder in Game 6, forcing a decisive Game 7 on Sunday. This win marked a thrilling conclusion to the series, which will now be decided in an additional game.
Key Highlights
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Free Throw Performance: The Nuggets’ strong performance at the free throw line proved pivotal in their win. They outscored the Thunder by seven points from those attempts, converting an impressive 27 of their 32 free throws compared to OKC’s 10-of-16.
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Role Players Shine: Nikola Jokic’s team received significant support from role players Christian Braun and Julian Strawther. The duo combined for a total of 38 points in Game 6, making key contributions to Denver’s win.
- Braun led all scorers with a career-high tying performance of 22 points.
- Strawther added another career high with 16 points.
Braun commented on the team’s approach, stating, "We just tried to stay aggressive and keep playing. We knew it was going to be tough coming back home against them."
Coach’s Remarks
Denver coach Michael Malone praised his team’s resilience and determination throughout the series. "I’m proud of our guys for staying together," he said during post-game comments. He also acknowledged that OKC had played well but ultimately fell short due to Denver’s superior shooting from beyond the three-point range.
Malone noted, "They made some big shots down there," referring to OKC players who hit crucial shots late in games five and six.
Looking Ahead
Denver will now prepare for what promises to be another intense showdown against Oklahoma City on Sunday night at Ball Arena. Game 7 is set for approximately 8:00 PM local time.
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