Undermanned Nuggets Defeat Warriors, Snapping Seven-Game Streak

Denver secures a 114-105 win over Golden State despite missing Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray, with standout performances from Aaron Gordon and Russell Westbrook.

Aaron Gordon delivered a season-high 38 points, while Russell Westbrook recorded a triple-double with 12 points, 16 assists, and 11 rebounds.
The Denver Nuggets extended their winning streak against the Golden State Warriors to nine games, maintaining their third-place position in the Western Conference standings.
Golden State's struggles included 20 turnovers and poor shooting, hitting only 8 of 33 three-point attempts and 15 of 27 free throws.
Stephen Curry, playing through a lower back strain, scored 20 points but committed seven turnovers, prompting discussions of potential rest for the star guard.
Warriors coach Steve Kerr expressed frustration with his team's lack of energy and execution, while Jimmy Butler led Golden State with 23 points in the loss.