Nikola Jokic scores 23 as Denver Nuggets beat Atlanta Hawks 139-120

The 2024/25 NBA regular season staged another battle. The Denver Nuggets, playing at home, defeated the Atlanta Hawks 139-120 with goals contributed by players such as Nikola Jovic, Michael Porter Jr. and Jamal Murray.

At the beginning of the first quarter, the Denver Nuggets launched a brilliant offense to take the lead, and Nikola Jokic scored 10 points. Although the Atlanta Hawks continued to fight back, including relying on Trae Young to recover a lot of points, they still trailed the Denver Nuggets 33-40.

In the second quarter, the Atlanta Hawks, who were lagging behind, gradually got into the game and stayed in the competition through goals scored by Vettel Krejci, and even surpassed their opponents at one point. However, the Denver Nuggets, who had regained their offensive rhythm, fought back with excellent coordination. Russell Westbrook also scored 12 points in this quarter, helping the Denver Nuggets take the lead 74-71.

In the third quarter, the Denver Nuggets gradually regained their form with a highly efficient offense and increased their lead to double digits. Michael Porter Jr. also made three 3-pointers. Although the Atlanta Hawks tried hard to catch up, the Denver Nuggets still expanded their lead to 115-95.

In the fourth quarter, the Denver Nuggets lost some points due to the Atlanta Hawks' strong counterattack, but after cooperation, they successfully maintained their lead at double digits. In the following time, the Atlanta Hawks continued to chase points, but still could not change the situation.

In the end, the Denver Nuggets defeated the Atlanta Hawks 139-120 at home and achieved three consecutive victories.

According to the data, Nikola Jovic contributed 23 points and 15 assists for the Denver Nuggets in this game, while Michael Porter Jr. and Jamal Murray also scored 21 points and contributed two assists.