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Golden State defeated Denver 137–131 on October 23 at Chase Center in a high-scoring affair where both offenses operated efficiently. Stephen Curry led the Warriors with 42 points, supported by 21 from J. Butler III, while the home team shot 50.5 percent from the field and made 18 three-pointers. Denver's Aaron Gordon erupted for 50 points alongside Jamal Murray's 25, and the Nuggets matched Golden State's 43 rebounds and nearly matched their 33 assists with 32 of their own. The Warriors' perimeter shooting proved decisive—their 18 threes versus Denver's 16—despite the Nuggets shooting a superior 53.7 percent overall. Golden State's defense clamped down in the fourth quarter, outscoring Denver 26–26 while forcing the Nuggets into 13 turnovers compared to their own 8. Denver's second-quarter explosion (39 points) was neutralized by Golden State's third-quarter dominance (33 points), ultimately deciding the contest. The Warriors' balanced ball movement and three-point volume established early separation that proved insurmountable, maintaining a +4.7 net rating advantage despite Denver's offensive firepower.
