To say there was a lack of defense in this game would be an understatement. The Blazers were especially inept, as they added to their league - worst numbers. In fact, Denver shot 51 percent from the field, 89 percent from the free - throw line and 48 percent from three - point range. Damian Lillard and C.J. McCollum did all they could, as they combined for 63 points in the defeat. Lillard finished with 40 points and 10 assists, while McCollum tallied 23 points, three rebounds and four assists. Mason Plumlee was the only other Portland player in double figures, totaling 19 points, seven rebounds and four assists. Eight players scored in double figures for the Nuggets, as their five starters combined for 81 points. Danilo Gallinari led the team, as he dropped 27 points, four rebounds and three assists. Gary Harris was second on the team, as he accrued 18 points, four rebounds and six assists in his first game back from a foot injury.
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