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Epic Duel
Nikola Jokic scored 40 points, dished 13 assists, and grabbed eight rebounds to lead the Nuggets.
“Powered by Jokic's game-high 40 points, 13 assists, eight rebounds, three blocks and no turnovers, the Denver snapped San Antonio's 11-game winning streak”
Victor Wembanyama returned from ankle discomfort to score 34 points and grab 18 rebounds.
The Nuggets rallied from a 13-point fourth-quarter deficit.
Aaron Gordon scored the game-tying bucket and forced Wembanyama into a miss.
Season Implications
The Nuggets improved to 50-28 and extended their win streak to eight games.
The Spurs fell to 59-19 with four games remaining.
Jokic recorded his third career 40-10-3 game.
Wembanyama's Resilience
Wembanyama outrebounded Denver 54-42 as a team.
“Victor Wembanyama had 34 points, 18 rebounds, and 5 blocks”
San Antonio led most of the contest and held a double-digit lead late in the fourth.
Both players embodied contrasting styles and strengths.