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Denver Nuggets Outlast Milwaukee Bucks in a Nail-Biting Fourth Quarter at Fiserv Forum

The Denver Nuggets improved their record to 31-15 with a narrow victory over the Milwaukee Bucks, who now stand at 18-26. The final score of 102-100 reflected the intense battle that unfolded at Fiserv Forum. The game saw multiple lead changes and was tied five times, showcasing the competitive spirit of both teams.


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First Quarter


The opening quarter set the tone for a tightly contested match as both teams scored 21 points each. The Nuggets displayed solid defense with three blocks and eight steals throughout the game, which helped them maintain pressure on the Bucks' offense.


Second Quarter


In the second quarter, Denver edged ahead by scoring 27 points compared to Milwaukee's 21. Julian Strawther emerged as a key contributor for the Nugs with his impressive shooting accuracy, contributing significantly to their offensive efforts.


Third Quarter


The third quarter saw Denver extend their lead further by adding another 30 points while limiting Milwaukee to just 21. Tim Hardaway Jr.'s performance was noteworthy as he added crucial points from beyond the arc, helping his team maintain momentum.


Fourth Quarter


Milwaukee mounted a fierce comeback in the fourth quarter, scoring an impressive 37 points against Denver's 24. However, despite this late surge from the Herd, it wasn't enough to overcome Denver's earlier advantage. Zeke Nnaji played an essential role defensively for Denver with his rebounding prowess and shot-blocking ability.


In this intense matchup between two determined teams, every possession counted towards shaping its outcome—a testament to how closely matched these squads were on this occasion. This thrilling encounter will be remembered among fans who witnessed it live or through broadcasts such as Amazon Prime Video or local channels like ALT2 and FDSWI.


As we wrap up our analysis of this exciting clash between these formidable opponents—known collectively here today simply under "Denver Nuggets vs Milwaukee Bucks recap"—we look forward eagerly towards what lies ahead next week when they face off against Memphis Grizzlies scheduled January twenty-fifth at FedExForum Memphis Tennessee airing across networks including ALT2 FDSSE WMC-TV starting promptly three-thirty PM Eastern Time!


Stay tuned! Share your thoughts about today's action-packed showdown below!

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