Nuggets Overtake Thunder in OT After Blowout Loss

The Denver Nuggets bounced back from a 43-point loss in Game 2 to claim a 113-104 overtime victory over the top-seeded Oklahoma City Thunder in Game 3 of the Western Conference semifinals, taking a 2-1 series lead. Despite Nikola Jokic's shooting struggles (8-for-25 from the field, 0-for-10 from three), Denver's supporting cast stepped up, with Jamal Murray scoring 27 points, Michael Porter Jr. adding 21, and Aaron Gordon contributing 22 points, including a pivotal game-tying three-pointer. The Nuggets dominated overtime with an 11-2 run, taking advantage of the Thunder's cold shooting and turnovers. Jalen Williams led Oklahoma City with 32 points, while Shai Gilgeous-Alexander was limited to 18 points on 7-for-22 shooting. The win highlighted Denver's resilience and home-court advantage. Game 4 will be played Sunday in Denver, where the Nuggets can attempt to extend their series lead.