Warriors Edge Nuggets 137-131 in Overtime Drama Filled with Curry’s Clutch

UPDATE: The Golden State Warriors pulled off a thrilling 137-131 victory over the Denver Nuggets in overtime on October 26, 2023, at Chase Center. This intense showdown featured a remarkable performance from Aaron Gordon, who scored an astonishing 50 points, but it was Stephen Curry’s clutch shooting that sealed the win.

With just 26 seconds left in regulation, Gordon hit his tenth three-pointer, putting the Nuggets ahead by three points. However, Curry responded just five seconds later, sinking a semi-contested 34-foot shot to tie the game and send it into overtime.

In overtime, Curry opened with another three-pointer and capped the game with two free throws, demonstrating his knack for rising to the occasion. “The bigger the moment, the more he rises,” said Draymond Green about Curry’s performance.

Curry’s extraordinary night included 42 points on 14-of-25 shooting, including six three-pointers, marking the second-highest scoring game in his 17 home openers. “The shot he made to tie it toward the end [of regulation], it’s a shot that only he can make,” Nuggets coach David Adelman stated, highlighting the pivotal moment.

Gordon’s performance was historic, as he became only the 17th player in NBA history to make ten three-pointers in a losing effort. He shot an impressive 17-of-21 from the field and 10-of-11 from beyond the arc, including eight consecutive three-pointers to start the game. “Ridiculous,” Curry remarked, emphasizing Gordon’s summer training success.

Golden State’s strategic adjustments late in the game proved crucial. Head coach Steve Kerr utilized a larger lineup featuring Curry, Jimmy Butler, Jonathan Kuminga, Draymond Green, and newly acquired Al Horford. This decision, suggested by assistant coaches Terry Stotts and Chris DeMarco, provided the Warriors with improved defensive matchups and offensive execution.

“It was really fun to watch a group that’s never played together close a game against one of the best teams in the league,” Kerr noted after the win.

The Warriors’ victory moves them to a 2-0 record early in the season, establishing momentum as they aim to compete with top-tier teams like the Nuggets. Meanwhile, Denver, now 0-1, heads home to face the Phoenix Suns on Saturday night.

This nail-biting finish highlights the competitive spirit of the NBA season, with both teams showcasing incredible talent and resilience. Fans will be eagerly watching as the Warriors continue their quest for dominance in the Western Conference.