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Memphis Drops 38 in Third, Still Trails Denver by Four
November 12, 2026 · 2:57 AM
The Grizzlies surged in the third, but Nikola Jokic and Denver carry a 94-90 lead into the fourth.
Denver leads Memphis 94-90 after three quarters Wednesday, built on a 35-24 opening period and a 30-28 second. Memphis answered with a 38-29 third, trimming a 13-point halftime deficit to four. Nikola Jokic has 26 points on 10-of-15 shooting, plus 10 rebounds and six assists, while Cameron Johnson has added 18 for Denver. Memphis has four players with at least 15 points: Jaylen Wells with 16, and Cam Spencer and Cedric Coward with 15 apiece.
Key Performers
Nikola Jokic, Denver: 26 points, 10 rebounds, 6 assists Cameron Johnson, Denver: 18 points, 3-for-6 from three Cedric Coward, Memphis: 15 points, 10 rebounds