Denver allowed 53 points in the first half but tightened defense in the second, limiting the Warriors to 40 points. The third quarter saw Golden State go 0-for-13 from beyond the arc.
Nikola Jokic finished with 25 points, 13 rebounds and 8 assists, while Jamal Murray added 20 points, six boards and seven assists. The Nuggets forced 15 turnovers, converting them into 22 points.