Nuggets beat Heat 109-94 in NBA Finals

Posted : 08 June 2023

Led by Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray, the Denver Nuggets showcased their dominance by defeating the Miami Heat 109-94 in Game 3 of the NBA Finals, giving them a 2-1 lead in the series.

Jokic delivered an exceptional performance, scoring 32 points and etching his name in history as the first player to achieve a 30-point, 20-rebound, and 10-assist triple-double in the NBA Finals.

Not to be outdone, Murray also had a remarkable game, finishing with 34 points, 10 rebounds, and 10 assists, securing a triple-double of his own in the final seconds of the match.

The next game of the best-of-seven series will take place at the Kaseya Center in Miami on Saturday, maintaining the same venue for the continuation of the high-stakes competition.

Jokic and Murray's achievements in this game were truly exceptional. They became the first teammates to accomplish triple-doubles in the same NBA Finals game, highlighting their exceptional synergy and talent.

Moreover, their performance marked a significant milestone in NBA history, as they became the first duo to achieve 30-point triple-doubles in a single game, regardless of the stage of the season.

Nuggets coach Michael Malone expressed his admiration for their outstanding display, describing it as "by far their greatest performance as a duo in their seven years together."

The remarkable performance of Jokic and Murray has undoubtedly set the stage for an exciting continuation of the NBA Finals.
"Nothing he does surprises me, ever," Malone said of Jokic.

"The guy has shown over and over again that he's built for these moments.

"Jamal is a guy that thrives, lives and excels in the moment - never afraid of it. And you can't say that for a lot of players."

In a thrilling game, Jimmy Butler led the Miami Heat with an impressive 28-point performance, while Bam Adebayo contributed significantly with 22 points and 17 rebounds.

Despite trailing by 21 points at one point, the Heat showcased resilience in front of a star-studded crowd that included five-time NBA champion Magic Johnson, renowned footballers Neymar and Paul Pogba, and the talented singer Shakira.

The Denver Nuggets, who suffered a narrow 111-108 defeat in Denver on Sunday, have yet to secure an NBA Championship title. On the other hand, the Miami Heat, entering as the eighth seed, aim to make history by becoming the first team seeded eighth to win the championship.

Nuggets beat Heat 109-94 in NBA Finals

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