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Nuggets Down Washington 141-128 - Match Report
Denver got 43 points and 14 rebounds from Nikola Jokic en route to a 141-128 victory over Washington on Wednesday at Ball Arena.
Denver won and also put money in the pockets of their supporters by covering the -11.5-point spread as favorites. Totals bettors, meanwhile, saw the game go OVER the closing number of 224.5.
Denver got 23 points from Bones Hyland and another 22 points from Aaron Gordon. Nikola Jokic contributed 8 assists, while Nikola Jokic cleaned the glass with 14 rebounds.
Washington got 24 points from Kyle Kuzma in a losing cause and another 22 points from Will Barton. Will Barton contributed 9 assists for the Wizards, while Daniel Gafford had 8 rebounds.
Denver led at halftime, 72-67.
Denver had a 45-24 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Denver looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Lakers. The Wizards will aim to get back on the winning track at Los Angeles.