Nuggets rally from 23 down to beat Pelicans in overtime

The Denver Nuggets overcame a 23-point deficit to beat the New Orleans Pelicans 141-135 in overtime on October 24, earning their first win of the season. Jamal Murray scored 42 points, while Nikola Jokic had 35 points, 15 rebounds and 10 assists. New Orleans led 53-30 midway through the second quarter and held a 75-57 advantage at halftime. The Pelicans remained ahead by 19 entering the fourth, but Denver chipped away while Jokic and Murray led the comeback. The Nuggets were still down 124-116 with 1:37 left in regulation. Jokic and Murray made three-pointers, and Aaron Gordon’s dunk brought Denver closer. Murray tied the score at 126 with 16 seconds remaining, making two of three free throws after being fouled on a three-point attempt. Denver then took its first lead since the opening quarter in overtime, when Jokic made two free throws. Trevon Brazile scored seven of his 17 points in overtime, including a three-pointer that put Denver ahead 133-129 with 1:25 left. Jokic also scored eight points in the extra period. The Nuggets held on for the win, improving to 1-1; New Orleans fell to 0-3. Trey Murphy III led the Pelicans with 26 points. Dejounte Murray scored 22, while Zion...