Wed Apr 30 02:20:00 UTC 2025: ## Unbelievable Alley-Oop Sends Nuggets-Clippers Series to 2-2 Tie

**Denver, CO** – The Denver Nuggets and Los Angeles Clippers are locked in a nail-biting playoff battle, tied 2-2 after a Game 4 that witnessed one of the most improbable game-winning shots in NBA history. Aaron Gordon’s buzzer-beating alley-oop dunk, assisted by Nikola Jokic with mere milliseconds left on the clock, defied the laws of physics and basketball timing, securing a 102-100 victory for the Nuggets.

The play unfolded in the final seconds of regulation. Jokic, facing a double team, launched a seemingly errant pass that Gordon miraculously caught and dunked just as the buzzer sounded. Referees confirmed the basket after reviewing the play, emphasizing that the ball left Gordon’s hand before the clock expired.

“It has to be out of his hand when that red light is on,” explained referee Zach Zarba. “It’s not the cylinder of the rim—it’s whether it’s in contact with his hand or not when that red light comes on.”

The incredible play overshadowed a tightly contested game where both teams’ stats were nearly identical. Clippers coach Tyronn Lue called Jokic’s pass a “perfect airball,” highlighting the improbable nature of Gordon’s success. Despite the loss, Lue and Clippers forward Nic Batum expressed confidence, emphasizing the series’ even state at 2-2.

The series has been marked by incredibly close games, three of which were decided by three points or less. Injuries are also a factor, with Michael Porter Jr. playing through injuries for the Nuggets, and Russell Westbrook’s foot injury remaining a concern. The Clippers, however, boast a clean injury report, giving them a significant advantage.

While the series’ intensity has led to several on-court skirmishes, players like Jokic have lauded the high level of basketball on display, calling it “the best basketball you can watch.” The unpredictable nature of the series, culminating in Gordon’s historic dunk, has captivated fans and cemented this matchup as one of the most exciting playoff series in recent memory. The winner will face either the Oklahoma City Thunder or the team that emerges victorious in another thrilling series.

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