The Denver Nuggets came back in the series against the Los Angeles Clippers with a 101-99 victory. Nikola Jokic played a key role. He delivered an incredible performance with 36 points, 21 rebounds, and eight assists. He led the offense and posted the best stats of the game. However, Aaron Gordon stole the spotlight. His last-minute dunk, assisted by Jokic, sealed the win. After the game, the Nuggets’ star made a surprising confession about his crucial assist.
Aaron Gordon spoke at the press conference after the Denver Nuggets’ victory. He talked about his last-minute dunk and called it a ‘very good pass.’ Nikola Jokic agreed with him and confirmed it. Then, a reporter asked Jokic if that truly meant it had been a pass. Jokic responded sincerely and admitted, “No, no it wasn’t.”
Despite not being an intended pass, Gordon took advantage of a loose ball and broke the tie, giving the Nuggets a crucial victory closing the game with 14 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists. Given the result, Nikola Jokic and his team will head into Game 5 with greater momentum as they chase a spot in the conference semifinals.
This positive turnaround is great news for David Adelman. He took over as interim head coach after Michael Malone’s firing. Now, Adelman stands just a few wins away from leading the Nuggets to an improbable NBA championship. It would be a remarkable feat, especially in a season that began with disappointment and heavy criticism.
Aaron Gordon #32 of the Denver Nuggets dunks the game winning basket during the fourth quarter in Game Four of the Western Conference First Round NBA Playoffs against the LA Clippers at Intuit Dome on April 26, 2025 in Inglewood, California.
Moreover, even if they do not win the title, the Nuggets have still managed to close the season on a strong note. They turned things around after a rough stretch caused by the timing of the front office’s decisions.
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Nikola Jokic has played at an exceptional level this season. For that reason, he is fighting for his fourth MVP award against Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. Moreover, his dominance has sparked debates among former NBA players about his place in the NBA’s all-time top five. In the middle of this discussion, Charles Barkley stepped in and praised the Nuggets star.
“He’s one of the most skilled basketball players that I’ve ever seen because he played a game with his brain…He doesn’t overwhelm you,” affirmed Charles Barkley on TNT. Besides, he compared Nikola’s talent to Shaquille O’Neal’s. He explained that, although the Nuggets star is not as physically dominant as Shaq, his versatility allows him to break down defenses in a different way. As a result, Jokic remains just as effective.
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