Nuggets shock the Cavaliers

The Denver Nuggets pulled off a stunning 112‑98 victory over the Cleveland Cavaliers in a Wednesday night clash at Ball Arena, turning an anticipated Cleveland win into a surprise night for fans and analysts alike. At the 3‑point line, Jamal Murray helped spark the shock by shooting 9‑for‑12 from beyond the arc, while Nikola Jokić’s 18 points, 10 rebounds, and 6 assists anchored Denver’s dominant early offensive surge. The Nuggets’ full‑court press forced the Cavaliers into 10 turnovers, while Michael Porter Jr. added a career‑high 13 points.

Cleveland’s captain Ben Simmons struggled to find rhythm, finishing 4‑for‑16 in field‑goal attempts, and the Cavaliers’ defensive scheme faltered against the Nuggets’ aggressive perimeter. The Warriors', if you will, pick-and-roll stepped up, and the Cavaliers’ struggle at the paint proved costly, as Jokić pulled down 10 rebounds and secured the win with a decisive dunk off a backup inbound pass.

The game is the most significant upset in Denver tonight, as Cleveland entered with an 18‑5 record and a 94‑88 lead against NBA rivals, sparking speculation that the Nuggets could rebound from their earlier loss to the Lakers. Denver’s coach, Michael Malone, praised his team's discipline and execution, noting that defensive intensity and fast‑break transitions were key factors. 'We stayed aggressive, close out on the perimeter, and played like a unit,' Malone said after the game.

For Cleveland, the loss underscores lingering defensive inconsistencies, especially against teams that can post up and score from the outside simultaneously. However, several offensive glimpses appear promising—the ability of Jarrett Allen to finish under pressure and the recent improvement in point guard direction—suggesting the Cavaliers have pieces in place for a rebuild. The game’s final seconds saw Jokić’s 93‑point is blood, the team’s overtime prospects vanished. Denver will next face the Phoenix Suns on Friday, while Cleveland will take a long weekend before warming up to the Philadelphia 76ers, marking another intriguing matchup in the Eastern Conference race.

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