132
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131
RECAP
Denver took control through physical play and consistent pressure.
Jalen Johnson led with 29 points and set the tone throughout.
Live Recap
Denver 132 · Houston 131
- TIPThe first few minutes set the tone: pace, contact, and no easy looks.
- EARLYThe opening stretch was a trade of runs and quick answers.
- EARLYDenver stayed composed while Houston tried to speed it up.
- MIDDenver kept getting downhill and living in the paint.
- SWINGThe bench minutes mattered — second unit kept the pressure on.
- SWINGDenver owned the glass — extra chances, extra possessions.
- LATECrunch time was tense. Denver stayed steadier when it mattered most.
- LATE⭐ Jalen Johnson delivered a tone-setting performance — 29 PTS, 8 REB, 4 AST.
- FINALFinal: Denver 132, Houston 131.
Down to the Wire Buckets Everywhere Paint Control Bench Spark Ball Movement
FG%
66.3%
REB
38
AST
40
FASTBREAK
18
What Decided the Game
- Denver controlled the glass and created extra scoring chances.
- Denver dominated inside, scoring consistently in the paint.
