Nuggets Open NBA Finals with Game 1 Victory
Nikola Jokic Leads the Charge
The Denver Nuggets have taken an early 1-0 lead in the NBA Finals after their 104-93 victory over the Miami Heat in Game 1 on Thursday. Nikola Jokic, the reigning MVP, led the way for the Nuggets, finishing with 32 points and 12 rebounds.
Five Key Takeaways from Game 1
Here are five numbers to know from a game that the Nuggets led by as many as 24 points:
- 32: Nikola Jokic's points
- 12: Jokic's rebounds
- 104: Nuggets' total points
- 93: Heat's total points
- 1: Nuggets' series lead
The Nuggets' victory was fueled by a balanced scoring attack, with Jamal Murray and Aaron Gordon each adding 15 points. The Heat, meanwhile, were led by Jimmy Butler's 22 points, but they struggled to find their rhythm offensively, shooting just 39.5% from the field.
Nuggets Defense Shines
The Nuggets' defense was also a key factor in their victory, as they held the Heat to just 93 points, including just 32 points in the second half. The Nuggets' defense was particularly impressive in the fourth quarter, as they held the Heat to just 14 points, forcing them to shoot just 15.4% from the field.
Game 2 of the NBA Finals will be played on Sunday in Denver. The Nuggets will look to take a commanding 2-0 series lead, while the Heat will look to even the series and regain home-court advantage.
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