Tue May 06 07:51:47 UTC 2025: ## Nuggets Steal Game 1 From Thunder in Western Conference Showdown
**Oklahoma City, OK -** The Denver Nuggets stunned the top-seeded Oklahoma City Thunder with a dramatic 121-119 victory in Game 1 of their Western Conference Semifinals series Monday night. Aaron Gordon’s clutch three-pointer with four seconds remaining sealed the win for the Nuggets, who overcame a 14-point deficit in the third quarter.
Nikola Jokic led the Nuggets with a phenomenal 42-point, 22-rebound performance, adding six assists, two blocks, and a steal. His 18 fourth-quarter points fueled Denver’s late-game surge. Gordon finished with 22 points and 14 rebounds, his game-winning shot capping a strong all-around performance. Jamal Murray contributed 21 points, and Russell Westbrook added 18.
The Thunder, led by Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s 33 points, 10 rebounds, and eight assists, and Alex Caruso’s 20 points off the bench, appeared poised for victory. However, two missed free throws by Chet Holmgren with 10 seconds left proved crucial, allowing the Nuggets to capitalize on the ensuing possession.
Nuggets interim coach David Adelman praised Gordon’s leadership and overall impact, calling him “the soul of our team.” Gordon himself attributed the win to the team’s composure and belief in their ability to overcome adversity.
Game 2 of the best-of-seven series is scheduled for Wednesday.
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