Nuggets erase 23-point deficit, beat Pelicans 141-135 in overtime
The gist
The Denver Nuggets beat the New Orleans Pelicans 141-135 in overtime after trailing by 23 points.
The Pelicans are 0-3 and have blown another big lead.
How it unfolded
- Oct 24, 2026Denver fell behind 53-30 in the first half and trailed 95-72 with 5:10 left in the third quarter.
- Oct 24, 2026The Nuggets outscored New Orleans 54-31 the rest of regulation to tie it at 126 and force overtime.
- Oct 24, 2026Denver outscored the Pelicans 15-9 in overtime to win 141-135; the 23-point comeback ties the third largest in franchise history and is the largest overcome at home.