The Nuggets turned a strong opening quarter into a commanding 64-41 advantage by the break.
Denver led 27-19 after one quarter, then blew the game open with a 37-22 second to take a 64-41 halftime lead Saturday. The Nuggets came in 4-3 and No. 17 in the power index, ahead of Indiana at 3-6 and No. 20. Nikola Jokic has 10 points, six rebounds and four assists, while Cameron Johnson added nine points on 4-of-5 shooting; Pascal Siakam leads Indiana with eight points. After the break, watch whether the Pacers can cut into the 23-point gap and keep Denver from extending its second-quarter surge.
Key Performers
Nikola Jokic, DEN: 10 points, 6 rebounds, 4 assists Cameron Johnson, DEN: 9 points on 4-of-5 shooting Pascal Siakam, IND: 8 points, 3 assists