The Golden State Warriors (31 - 2) defeated the Denver Nuggets (12 - 22) 111 - 108 in an overtime thriller Saturday. This looked like it was going to be a runaway early, but Denver did a nice job of holding on the whole way through. Golden State led 37 - 13 after the first quarter, but the Nuggets were able to miraculously get it into overtime. The Nuggets had a lead in the overtime, but fell just short in a spectacular effort. They held the Warriors to just 12 points in the fourth quarter and that ultimately earned them the extra five minutes. The big difference in the game was the long distance shooting, as Denver went just 5 - for - 30 while the Warriors went 10 - for - 28. Steph Curry also made his return after a two - game absence in this game, but left after halftime with some sort of leg contusion. Denver did a great job of fighting and competing in a game where they were outmatched and nearly pulled out a miracle win. This is the third game against the Warriors and all three have been within 15 points, so they clearly play well against this team despite the losses. Danilo Gallinari made his return in this game after a lengthy absence and was fantastic. He scored 24 points and grabbed six rebounds while continually making big plays to keep Denver alive. Jameer Nelson also played well, as he totaled 20 points, eight rebounds and seven assists. Jusuf Nurkic made his season debut as well, but really struggled playing just five minutes of play. Will Barton has been one of the most underrated players in the NBA this season and he flirted with a triple - double in this game as well. He finished with 21 points, 13 rebounds and seven assists. Kenneth Faried suffered a scary neck/back injury in overtime and had to be stretchered off the floor after the game. Despite the Faried injury, the Nuggets are getting healthy and will look to build off this solid performance against the Portland Trail Blazers on Sunday. Golden State just continues to get it done despite adversity. They've played the last two games without Steph Curry and he actually had to leave this game at halftime once again. Draymond Green was the hero, as he picked up his league - leading sixth triple - double in the win. Green collected 29 points, 17 rebounds and 14 assists in an absurd stat line. Klay Thompson also pitched in 26 points and seven rebounds in the win. This was not a pretty win, but winning with just seven players on overtime is impressive nonetheless. Golden State will look to keep their 34 - game home winning streak alive against the Charlotte Hornets on Monday.
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