Gordon's Buzzer-Beater Ties Nuggets, Clippers Series 2-2

Aaron Gordon's buzzer-beating dunk delivered a dramatic 101-99 victory for the Denver Nuggets over the Los Angeles Clippers, tying their playoff series at 2-2. The Nuggets had built a commanding 22-point lead before the Clippers rallied back, setting the stage for Gordon’s historic game-winning slam off Nikola Jokic’s missed shot. This play marked the first game-winning, buzzer-beating dunk in the NBA playoffs since 1997-98, highlighting Gordon’s resilience and presence in a crucial moment. Jokic led Denver with 36 points and 21 rebounds, but the game was marred by intense physicality and multiple technical fouls, underscoring the high stakes and tension of the series. Both teams now head to Denver for a pivotal Game 5, with the Nuggets seeking to shore up late-game defense and the Clippers aiming to build on their fourth-quarter momentum. The series remains fiercely competitive, with each contest shaping the narrative of an unpredictable postseason matchup.