Thu May 08 04:30:00 UTC 2025: ## Nuggets Steal Game 1 Against Thunder in Thrilling Comeback

**OKLAHOMA CITY, OK —** The Denver Nuggets pulled off a stunning comeback victory over the Oklahoma City Thunder in Game 1 of their Western Conference Semifinals matchup Monday night, winning 121-119 on a last-second three-pointer by Aaron Gordon.

Nikola Jokić led the Nuggets with a dominant performance, scoring 42 points and grabbing 22 rebounds. Gordon added 22 points and 14 rebounds, hitting the game-winning shot assisted by former Thunder player Russell Westbrook. Jamal Murray chipped in 21 points for Denver, who overcame a grueling seven-game series against the Los Angeles Clippers just two days prior.

The Nuggets faced a deficit in the final minutes, but a series of clutch plays and timely stops fueled their comeback. A crucial moment came when Chet Holmgren missed two free throws with the Thunder up by one point, setting the stage for Denver’s final push.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led the Thunder with 33 points, 10 rebounds, and 8 assists, but it wasn’t enough to overcome the Nuggets’ late-game surge. Alex Caruso also contributed significantly with 20 points, 6 assists, and 5 steals.

Jokić picked up his fifth foul in the fourth quarter after a flagrant 1, but the Nuggets persevered, culminating in Gordon’s game-winning shot as the Thunder ran out of timeouts. The victory marks a significant upset for the fourth-seeded Nuggets, who now hold a 1-0 series lead.

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