Sat Nov 09 04:10:00 UTC 2024: ## Nuggets Edge Out Thunder in Tight Contest, Jokic Records Triple-Double
**DENVER, CO -** The Denver Nuggets overcame a tough challenge from the Oklahoma City Thunder, securing a hard-fought 124-122 victory on [Date]. The win improved Denver’s record to 5-3, while Oklahoma City suffered their first loss of the season, dropping to 7-1.
The game was a close battle throughout, with both teams exchanging leads. Nikola Jokić was once again the driving force for Denver, racking up a triple-double with 23 points, 20 rebounds, and 16 assists. This marked Jokić’s 134th career triple-double, and his fourth of the season.
Russell Westbrook (29 points, six rebounds, six assists) and Michael Porter Jr. (24 points, six 3-pointers, seven rebounds) provided crucial support for the Nuggets, combining for 53 points.
Oklahoma City’s Jalen Williams led the Thunder with 29 points, 10 rebounds, and nine assists, while Shai Gilgeous-Alexander added 28 points and six assists. Despite their best efforts, the Thunder could not overcome the Nuggets’ offensive firepower and fell short in the closing moments of the game.
The victory highlighted the Nuggets’ resilience and showcased Jokić’s continued dominance, while the Thunder will look to bounce back from their first defeat of the season.
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