NBA Highlights - NBA Playoffs 2023 - Heat VS Nuggets
Box Score
Team | Field Goals | 3-Point FGs | Free Throws | Personal Fouls | Total Rebounds | Offensive Rebounds | Turn overs | Points Off Turnovers | Fast Break Points | Points in the Paints |
MIA | 34/92 37.0% | 11/35 31.4% | 15/19 78.9% | 22 | 33 | 10 | 4 | 17 | 11 | 32 |
DEN | 41/80 51.2% | 5/18 27.8% | 22/27 81.5% | 18 | 58 | 13 | 13 | 8 | 11 | 60 |
#22 Jamal Murray 34 Pts, 10 Ast, 10 Reb
#15 Nikolai Jokic 32 Pts, 10 Ast, 21 Reb
Game Highlights
Game Report
With remarkable triple-double performances from Jokic and Murray, the Nuggets secure a 2-1 lead in the NBA Finals.
NBA Highlights : In a historic display, Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray both achieved triple-doubles, making them the first teammates ever to accomplish this feat in NBA Finals history. Their remarkable performance propelled the Denver Nuggets to a 109-94 victory over the Miami Heat in Game 3, allowing the Nuggets to regain the series lead. Jokic's impressive stat line included 32 points, 21 rebounds, and 10 assists, marking the first time in NBA Finals history that such numbers were achieved, at least since assists began being tracked. Murray also made a significant impact with 34 points, 10 rebounds, and 10 assists, securing the necessary rebound in the closing seconds of the game. Nuggets coach Michael Malone praised their outstanding performance, considering it the best they have ever showcased as a duo in their seven-year partnership. With this win, the Nuggets move closer to potentially making history by securing their first-ever NBA championship, with just two more wins needed.
The Denver Nuggets dominated the rebounding battle, outperforming the Miami Heat with a staggering 58-33 advantage, resulting in a crucial 2-1 series lead for the Nuggets. Game 4 is scheduled for Friday in Miami.
Reflecting on the victory, Nikola Jokic expressed his relief at winning the game, emphasizing its significance as the Heat had previously secured a win in Denver. The Nuggets were determined not to fall behind 2-1 in the series.
Miami's Jimmy Butler had a strong performance with 28 points, while Bam Adebayo contributed 22 points and 17 rebounds. Caleb Martin also added 10 points for the Heat.
Miami has showcased their resilience throughout the playoffs, often mounting comebacks after trailing by double-digit deficits. However, Nuggets coach Michael Malone reminded his team of Miami's comeback prowess and urged them to win the fourth quarter. The Nuggets heeded his advice.
As the game progressed, the Nuggets built a commanding 21-point lead, leaving little doubt about the final outcome. Jokic appeared to be in control, performing with confidence. Although the Heat managed to narrow the gap to nine points with a late 3-pointer from Duncan Robinson, the Nuggets' lead established by Murray and Jokic was insurmountable.
Heat coach Erik Spoelstra acknowledged the presence of elite talent in the finals, referring to Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray as such. Jokic's impressive performance marked his seventh time achieving two triple-doubles in the same NBA Finals series. He joined the ranks of Magic Johnson and LeBron James, who accomplished this feat in three different finals. Additionally, Draymond Green, Wilt Chamberlain, Larry Bird, and Jimmy Butler had one title series with two triple-doubles each.
Jokic's triple-double in Game 3 was his 10th of the playoffs, extending his single-season record. He remained unfazed by Miami's defensive efforts and displayed remarkable efficiency, shooting 12 for 21 from the field and 7 for 8 from the free-throw line in his 44 minutes on the court. Jokic credited the Nuggets' improved focus and concentration for their success.
Christian Braun made a significant impact off the bench for the Nuggets, scoring 15 points on an impressive 7-for-8 shooting in just 19 minutes of play. Aaron Gordon also contributed with 11 points for Denver.
Miami never regained the lead in the second half. The Heat briefly held a 44-42 advantage after a dunk by Bam Adebayo with 3:18 remaining in the first half. However, a 3-pointer by Murray marked the final lead change of the game, with the Nuggets going into halftime with a 53-48 lead. Denver extended their lead to double digits early in the third quarter and eventually held a 19-point advantage during that period.
Braun expressed satisfaction with the Nuggets' performance, stating, "We took care of business."
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