The Denver Nuggets lost to the Golden State Warriors 137-131 in overtime, despite a strong performance from Aaron Gordon.
Aaron Gordon had a career-high 50 points, making 10 of 11 three-pointers, and Jamal Murray added 25 points and 10 rebounds.
Nikola Jokic had a triple-double with 21 points, 13 rebounds, and 10 assists, but struggled with three-pointers, missing 11 attempts.
Steph Curry led the Warriors with 42 points and 7 assists, and had 7 players in double-figures compared to 4 for Denver.
Aaron Gordon's 50 points was the most points ever scored in a Nuggets opener.
The Nuggets were unable to get a stop at the end, which ultimately led to their downfall.
Author's summary: Nuggets lose to Warriors 137-131 despite Gordon's 50 points.