Anfernee Simons' Buzzer-Beater Secures Blazers' 122-120 Win Over Nuggets
Portland ends a six-game losing streak with a dramatic finish, overcoming Denver's late-game comeback.
- Anfernee Simons scored a game-winning layup as time expired, finishing with 28 points and 10 assists for the Trail Blazers.
- Portland snapped a six-game losing streak while handing Denver their 11th loss of the season and ending the Nuggets' three-game win streak.
- Nikola Jokic led Denver with 34 points and eight assists, while Jamal Murray contributed 24 points and 10 assists in the effort.
- The Nuggets erased a 17-point deficit in the fourth quarter but struggled defensively, allowing Portland's offense to prevail in key moments.
- Deandre Ayton returned to Portland's lineup after illness, recording 15 points and 13 rebounds, while Shaedon Sharpe added 27 points.