The Denver Nuggets pulled off an impressive overtime win against the Oklahoma City Thunder on Friday night, but the challenge of winning again looms large. With less than 48 hours to recover, the Nuggets face the Thunder in Game 4 on Sunday afternoon at 2:30 p.m. local time.
Interim coach David Adelman relied heavily on his star players during the intense Game 3, with all five starters logging over 42 minutes each. In contrast, the Thunder’s key players, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Jalen Williams, had less playing time, which might give them an edge in energy levels for the upcoming game.
Despite the loss, the Thunder are expected to bounce back. They struggled with their shooting in Game 3, hitting only 38.5% from the field and a mere 25.7% from three-point range. Gilgeous-Alexander, who is a strong MVP candidate, had an off night, scoring just 18 points on 7-of-22 shooting. Fans and analysts alike are hopeful he will improve his performance in Game 4.
The Nuggets’ victory came at a cost, as they pushed their veteran lineup to the limit. With such a quick turnaround, the team will need to recover fast to maintain their momentum. Home-court advantage has not been as significant this postseason, and many expect the Thunder to even the series before heading back to Oklahoma City.
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