Denver Nuggets at Utah Jazz

Denver's Shooting Edge Flips the Game

DEN overcame a seven-point first-quarter deficit by outscoring UTAH 41-28 in the second, then extended its advantage with a 30-22 third quarter. Denver's 53% shooting compared with Utah's 44%, along with advantages from three and a 46-38 edge in paint scoring, supported the separation. Aaron Gordon scored 18 points on 5-7 shooting, while Julian Strawther added 15 points and made 3-4 three-pointers.

Final score: Denver Nuggets 117, Utah Jazz 106. Primary win factor: Paint Dominance.