The showdown between the 2022 and 2023 NBA champions, Golden State Warriors and Denver Nuggets, had an electrifying conclusion. As the fourth quarter dwindled, the score tied at 127-127. Nikola Jokic, in a stunning move, launched a shot from near center court, securing a buzzer-beаter victory for the Nuggets and leaving the Warriors in disbelief.

ESPN’s computer system gave the Warriors a 99.6% win probability when they led 123-105 with less than 7 minutes remaining. However, lapses in focus allowed the Nuggets to score 12 consecutive points, with Aaron Gordon playing a pivotal role.Nikola Jokic capped off the comeback, tying the score at 127-127 before sealing the game with a buzzer-beаter. Jokic’s stellar performance included 34 points, 10 assists, and 9 rebounds, propelling the Nuggets to their sixth consecutive road victory.Aaron Gordon contributed 30 points, 9 rebounds, and 2 assists, with a significant impact in the fourth quarter. Peyton Watson and Jamal Murray also stood out for the Nuggets, adding 19 and 25 points, respectively.Stephen Curry led the Warriors with 30 points (5-12 3PT), but a crucial turnover in the fourth quarter proved costly. Klay Thompson scored 24 points (4-10 3PT) as the top scorer among the Warriors.The loss dropped the Warriors to the 11th position in the Western Conference standings, missing an opportunity to climb to 10th place. Both teams face back-to-back games, with the Warriors hosting the Detroit Pistons and the Nuggets playing against the Orlando Magic the next morning.