The Denver Nuggets showcased their championship resilience by defeating the Oklahoma City Thunder 113-104 in Game 3, taking a 2-1 series lead. After trailing at halftime, the Nuggets pushed through to force overtime, where they dominated. Despite a subpar shooting game from Nikola Jokic, who finished with 20 points on 8-of-25 shooting, his contributions in rebounds (17) and assists (6) proved vital. Jamal Murray shone with 27 points, helping the team maintain a strong offensive presence.

Defensively, Denver excelled, limiting the Thunder to just 38.5% shooting from the field. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, the Thunder's scoring leader, struggled against the Nuggets' defense, managing only 18 points. This collective effort from Denver established them as serious contenders as they aim for a commanding series lead in Game 4.