The Denver Nuggets defeated the Phoenix Suns, 127 - 120, at Pepsi Center on Thursday. Despite there being just nine ties and eight lead changes, this game was close throughout. In fact, neither team was able to grab a double - digit lead, with the Nuggets overcoming a four - point deficit at the half. Both offenses were on point, with Denver shooting 51 percent and Phoenix hitting 54 percent of their shots. Rebounding was the decisive statistic for the Nuggets, as they won that battle, 46 - 28. Denver also controlled the game at the free - throw line, going 30 - of - 35 from the charity stripe. The Suns (15 - 31) put in a valiant effort on the road, but fell short, thanks to some lackluster defense. Eric Bledsoe did all he could for Phoenix, leading the team with 28 points, four rebounds and five assists. Devin Booker was n't far behind, accumulating 24 points and six assists. T.J. Warren totaled 21 points and eight rebounds. Brandon Knight led the bench in scoring and assists, amassing 17 points and four dimes. The Nuggets (20 - 25) have been much better over recent weeks, as this marks their sixth win in eight games. Nikola Jokic continued his tear, as he tallied 29 points, 14 rebounds and eight assists. Danilo Gallinari was second on the team, finishing with 25 points and seven rebounds. Jameer Nelson started for Emmanuel Mudiay (back) and accrued 13 points, four rebounds and nine assists in 41 minutes of action. Wilson Chandler was a huge spark off the bench, dropping 16 points to go along with two rebounds and four assists. These two teams will have a rematch on Thursday in Phoenix for their next fixture.
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