Jamal Murray Battles Illness to Lead Nuggets to Crucial Game 7 Against Thunder
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Despite battling an illness, Jamal Murray scored 25 points, leading the Denver Nuggets to a 119-107 victory over the Oklahoma City Thunder in Game 6 of their Western Conference semifinal series. Nikola Jokic added 29 points and 14 rebounds, while rookie Julian Strawther contributed a playoff career-high 15 points off the bench. The win forces a decisive Game 7 in Oklahoma City on Sunday.
Key Points
Jamal Murray, despite being ill, played 42 minutes and scored 25 points, leading the Nuggets to victory.
Nikola Jokic had a strong performance with 29 points and 14 rebounds.
Rookie Julian Strawther scored a playoff career-high 15 points, all in the second half, providing a significant boost off the bench.
The Denver Nuggets won 119-107 against the Oklahoma City Thunder, forcing a Game 7 in their series.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led the Thunder with 32 points, but it was not enough to secure the win.
The decisive Game 7 will be played in Oklahoma City on Sunday.
