Jamal Murray's Gritty Performance Propels Nuggets to Game 7 Against Thunder
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Despite battling illness, Jamal Murray scored 25 points to lead the Denver Nuggets to a crucial 119-107 victory over the Oklahoma City Thunder in Game 6, forcing a decisive Game 7. Nikola Jokic and Julian Strawther also played pivotal roles, with Jokic recording 29 points, 14 rebounds, and 8 assists, while Strawther contributed 15 points off the bench. The Nuggets now head to Oklahoma City to face the Thunder in a do-or-die matchup for a spot in the Western Conference Finals.
Key Points
Jamal Murray, despite being ill, played and scored 25 points, leading the Nuggets to victory.
Nikola Jokic had a standout performance with 29 points, 14 rebounds, and 8 assists.
Julian Strawther came off the bench to score a career playoff-high 15 points, significantly contributing to the Nuggets' win.
The Nuggets' win forces a Game 7 against the Thunder, to be played in Oklahoma City.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led the Thunder with 32 points, but the team struggled to get sufficient support from other players.
Aaron Gordon played through a hamstring issue, indicating he will be ready for Game 7.
The Nuggets have been playing every other day since April 29 and will have a two-day break before Game 7.
