Nuggets Rally to Beat Grizzlies 117-109, Securing Playoff Position

The Denver Nuggets achieved a crucial 117-109 comeback victory against the Memphis Grizzlies, propelled by Nikola Jokic's 26 points, 16 rebounds, and 12 assists, marking his 34th triple-double of the season. The win, under interim head coach David Adelman, positions the Nuggets at 49-32, solidifying their place in the top six of the Western Conference. Jamal Murray made a significant return from injury, contributing 15 points, while Aaron Gordon led all scorers with 33 points. The Grizzlies, now at 47-34, struggled down the stretch, missing their last 10 shots and committing four turnovers, jeopardizing their playoff positioning. Memphis needs to secure a win in their final game to avoid the play-in tournament, having dropped to the 8th seed after this defeat. The matchup was critical for both teams, as they aim to solidify their playoff standings ahead of the postseason.