Game 6 of the NBA Playoffs between the Denver Nuggets and Phoenix Suns was an intense and closely contested match. The Suns ultimately came out on top, winning 125-118 and securing their place in the Western Conference Finals.
The first half of the game was dominated by the Suns, who came out with a lot of energy and built a 10-point lead by the end of the first quarter. Chris Paul and Devin Booker were on fire, combining for 36 points in the first half alone. The Nuggets struggled to keep up, with Nikola Jokic being their only real offensive threat.
However, the Nuggets came out strong in the second half, with Jokic taking charge and leading his team on a 10-0 run. The game remained tight throughout the third quarter, with both teams exchanging baskets and the lead changing hands several times.
In the fourth quarter, the Suns once again pulled away, with Booker hitting some clutch shots and Paul controlling the game with his veteran presence. The Nuggets made a late push, but it was ultimately too little, too late, and the Suns held on for the win.
Jokic finished with a game-high 32 points, 20 rebounds, and 10 assists, but he didn't get enough help from his teammates. Michael Porter Jr. had a solid game with 20 points, but Jamal Murray's absence was felt, as the Nuggets lacked another reliable scoring option.
For the Suns, Booker led the way with 34 points, while Paul had 27 points and 8 assists. Deandre Ayton also had a big game with 20 points and 10 rebounds.
Overall, it was a great performance by the Suns, who showed their depth and resilience in the absence of key player Chris Paul for the first two games of the series. They will now face the winner of the Utah Jazz vs. Los Angeles Clippers series in the Western Conference Finals, while the Nuggets will head into the offseason with plenty to think about.