Warriors Triumph Over Nuggets in Overtime Thriller

On October 23, 2025, the Golden State Warriors secured a 137-131 overtime victory against the Denver Nuggets at the Chase Center in San Francisco. Stephen Curry led the Warriors with 42 points, including a crucial three-pointer that forced the game into overtime.

Game Highlights

Aaron Gordon delivered a standout performance for the Nuggets, scoring a career-high 50 points and making 10 of 11 three-point attempts. Despite his efforts, the Nuggets couldn’t maintain their lead. Nikola Jokić contributed a triple-double with 21 points, 13 rebounds, and 10 assists, matching Oscar Robertson’s record for most triple-doubles in season openers.

The game was tightly contested, with the Nuggets leading 70-61 at halftime. Gordon’s exceptional shooting kept Denver ahead, but the Warriors rallied in the second half. Curry’s deep three-pointer with 4.3 seconds remaining in regulation tied the game, leading to overtime. In the extra period, Golden State outscored Denver 17-11, with key contributions from Al Horford and Jimmy Butler III.

Team Performances

The Warriors showcased balanced scoring, with six players reaching double figures. Jimmy Butler III added 21 points, while Jonathan Kuminga and Draymond Green contributed 14 and 13 points, respectively. Al Horford and Buddy Hield each scored 11 points off the bench. Golden State shot 50.5% from the field, overcoming Denver’s 53.7% shooting.

For the Nuggets, Jamal Murray supported Gordon’s effort with 25 points and 10 assists. Despite leading by as many as 14 points, Denver couldn’t withstand Golden State’s late surge.

Looking Ahead

The Warriors, now 2-0, will visit the Portland Trail Blazers on Friday night. The Nuggets, starting the season 0-1, will host the Phoenix Suns on Saturday night.