NBA · Final

Warriors Defeat Nuggets 134-114 in Denver

Golden State Warriors1-3

134

Denver Nuggets1-2

114

Monday, October 26, 2026, 10:00 PM ET · Ball Arena

Quick answers

Who won Golden State Warriors vs Denver Nuggets?

Golden State Warriors beat Denver Nuggets 134-114 at Ball Arena on October 26, 2026.

Who was favored in Golden State Warriors vs Denver Nuggets?

Denver Nuggets were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -270 (about 73% implied). The underdog won.

In an impressive display, the Golden State Warriors triumphed over the Denver Nuggets with a final score of 134-114 at Ball Arena. This victory marks the Warriors' second win in their recent series against the Nuggets, improving their head-to-head record to 2-2 this season. The Warriors, who have struggled recently, entered the game with a 1-3 record, while the Nuggets stood at 1-2. The Warriors' performance in this game was a significant turnaround from their previous outings, where they had lost six consecutive games.

The Warriors' recent form has been concerning, with their last ten games resulting in a record of 1-9, averaging 111.6 points scored and allowing 119.4 points per game. Their away record has been particularly poor, standing at 0-4. In contrast, the Nuggets have shown stronger form at home, boasting a 7-0 record in their last ten home games, averaging 127.0 points scored and allowing 118.0 points.

In their last five games, the Nuggets had a record of 4-1, averaging 123.2 points scored and 115.0 points allowed. However, the Nuggets were hindered by injuries, with Cameron Johnson and Alpha Diallo listed as day-to-day, while Spencer Jones and Julian Strawther were ruled out. The Warriors also faced challenges with Kristaps Porzingis, Moses Moody, and Jimmy Butler III all out due to various injuries.

The market had priced the Nuggets as 6.5-point favorites according to DraftKings, with a total set at 236.5. The odds reflected the expectations of the Nuggets' home advantage, but the Warriors defied those expectations with their performance.

The game conditions were favorable for basketball, with no significant external factors reported. Fans were treated to a showcase of scoring prowess, particularly in the fourth quarter, where several key plays highlighted the Warriors' offensive capabilities. Notable moments included LJ Cryer's impressive 27-foot three-point step-back jumper, which contributed to the Warriors' commanding lead.

As the game progressed, Ryan Nembhard made critical free throws and assisted in a driving dunk by Cam Whitmore, showcasing the Warriors' depth and teamwork. The final quarter saw the Warriors extend their lead further, with Graham Ike and Zeke Nnaji contributing to the scoring, ultimately sealing the victory.

This game serves as a reminder of the Warriors' potential when firing on all cylinders, despite their earlier struggles this season. The Nuggets will need to regroup and address their injury concerns as they look to bounce back in their upcoming fixtures.

What we said beforehand

The Denver Nuggets will face the Golden State Warriors at Ball Arena on October 27, 2026, in a matchup that highlights two teams with contrasting early-season fortunes. The Nuggets enter the game with a home record of 1-1, while the Warriors are struggling with an away record of 0-3.

In their last five games, the Nuggets have won three, including a recent overtime victory against the New Orleans Pelicans, where they triumphed 141-135. Their other wins came against the Chicago Bulls and the Los Angeles Lakers, with scores of 133-128 and 121-106, respectively. However, they also faced setbacks against the LA Clippers and the Oklahoma City Thunder, losing 122-110 and 96-84. The Nuggets have averaged 123.2 points in their last five games while allowing 115.0 points.

Conversely, the Warriors have lost all three of their recent games, with their most recent defeat coming against the Phoenix Suns, where they fell 131-122. Prior to that, they lost to the Memphis Grizzlies and the Los Angeles Lakers, with scores of 111-108 and 127-105, respectively. The Warriors have averaged 112.6 points in their last five games but have allowed 121.6 points, contributing to their current six-game losing streak.

At home, the Nuggets have been strong, boasting a record of 7-0 in their last ten home games, averaging 127.0 points scored and allowing 118.0 points. In contrast, the Warriors have struggled on the road, with a record of 0-4 in their last four away games.

In terms of head-to-head matchups, the teams are tied at 2-2 in their last four meetings. The most recent encounter took place on March 30, 2026, where the Nuggets won decisively 116-93 at home. Earlier in the season, they also secured a victory against the Warriors with a score of 129-104. The Warriors managed to win their last matchup at home on February 22, 2026, with a score of 128-117.

Injuries may play a significant role in the game. The Nuggets have Alpha Diallo and Cameron Johnson listed as day-to-day due to wrist and ankle issues, respectively. Spencer Jones and Julian Strawther are out with hamstring and knee injuries. The Warriors have Gui Santos, Brandon Williams, and Charles Bassey listed as day-to-day with knee and back concerns, while Kristaps Porzingis and Moses Moody are out due to illness and a knee injury.

The market has priced the Nuggets as favorites, with a spread of -7.5 according to DraftKings. The total for the game is set at 236.5, with both the over and under priced at -110.0.

As the game approaches, viewers should watch for Nikola Jokic, who leads the Nuggets with an average of 24.0 points, 7.5 assists, and 11.0 rebounds per game. For the Warriors, Stephen Curry is their leading scorer with an average of 23.5 points per game, while Draymond Green contributes 7.0 assists.

The matchup promises to be intriguing, with the Nuggets looking to capitalize on their home advantage and the Warriors aiming to break their losing streak.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	DEN -6.5	236.5 o -105 / u -115	Golden State Warriors +220 · Denver Nuggets -270

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Injury report

Cameron JohnsonDay-To-DayAnkleDenver Nuggets
Alpha DialloDay-To-DayWristDenver Nuggets
Spencer JonesOutHamstringDenver Nuggets
Julian StrawtherOutKneeDenver Nuggets
Kristaps PorzingisOutIllnessGolden State Warriors
Moses MoodyOutKneeGolden State Warriors
Jimmy Butler IIIOutKneeGolden State Warriors

Leaders

PointsDeMar DeRozan21Denver Nuggets
AssistsNikola Jokic11Denver Nuggets
ReboundsNikola Jokic7Denver Nuggets
PointsYaxel Lendeborg31Golden State Warriors
AssistsDraymond Green7Golden State Warriors
ReboundsYaxel Lendeborg12Golden State Warriors

Recent form

Denver Nuggets

Last 10: 9-1Streak W1127 scored · 118 allowed per game7-0 at home

W141-135vs New Orleans PelicansOct 25
L84-96at Oklahoma City ThunderOct 23
W128-118at San Antonio SpursApr 13
W127-107vs Oklahoma City ThunderApr 11
W136-119vs Memphis GrizzliesApr 9
W137-132vs Portland Trail BlazersApr 7
W136-134vs San Antonio SpursApr 4
W130-117at Utah JazzApr 2
W116-93vs Golden State WarriorsMar 30
W135-129vs Utah JazzMar 28

Golden State Warriors

Last 10: 1-9Streak L6111.6 scored · 119.4 allowed per game0-4 away

L122-131at Phoenix SunsOct 25
L108-111vs Memphis GrizzliesOct 24
L105-127at Los Angeles LakersOct 22
L110-115at LA ClippersApr 13
L118-124at Sacramento KingsApr 11
L103-119vs Los Angeles LakersApr 10
W110-105vs Sacramento KingsApr 8
L116-117vs Houston RocketsApr 6
L111-118vs Cleveland CavaliersApr 3
L113-127vs San Antonio SpursApr 2

Standings

Team	Games behind	Lost	Streak	Win %	Won
LA Lakers	-	0	W3	1.000	3
LA Clippers	2	2	L2	.333	1
Phoenix	2	2	L1	.333	1
Golden State	2.5	3	W1	.250	1
Sacramento	3	3	L3	.000	0
Oklahoma City	-	0	W4	1.000	4
Portland	1	0	W2	1.000	2
Minnesota	1	1	L1	.750	3
Denver	2.5	2	L1	.333	1
Utah	3	3	L2	.250	1

Box score

Stat	Golden State Warriors	Denver Nuggets
Field goals	46-85	42-84
Field goal %	54	50
Three-pointers	22-44	10-29
Three-point %	50	34
Free throws	20-21	20-23
Free throw %	95	87
Rebounds	45	32
Offensive rebounds	13	10
Defensive rebounds	32	22
Assists	31	31
Steals	5	13
Blocks	2	6
Turnovers	17	11
Team turnovers	1	1
Technical fouls	0	3
Technical fouls, total	0	3
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	23	21
Fast-break points	12	18
Points in the paint	42	48
Fouls	24	17
Largest lead	24	8
Lead changes	5	5
Time in front	69	25

How the scoring went

3rd Quarter91-82Gui Santos makes 2-foot two point shot
3rd Quarter92-82Yaxel Lendeborg makes free throw 1 of 2
3rd Quarter93-82Yaxel Lendeborg makes free throw 2 of 2
3rd Quarter94-82Brandin Podziemski makes free throw 1 of 1
3rd Quarter96-82Yaxel Lendeborg makes driving layup
3rd Quarter96-84Bryce Hopkins makes 15-foot pullup jump shot (Nikola Jokic assists)
3rd Quarter98-84Yaxel Lendeborg makes 1-foot dunk (Brandon Williams assists)
3rd Quarter100-84Al Horford makes 14-foot jumper (Brandon Williams assists)
4th Quarter100-86Aaron Gordon makes 11-foot turnaround jump shot (Jamal Murray assists)
4th Quarter100-87Aaron Gordon makes free throw 1 of 1
4th Quarter102-87Brandin Podziemski makes running layup
4th Quarter102-88Marvin Bagley III makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter105-88Georges Niang makes 25-foot three point jumper (Brandin Podziemski assists)
4th Quarter105-91Christian Braun makes 26-foot three point jumper (DeMar DeRozan assists)
4th Quarter107-91Stephen Curry makes 4-foot layup (Draymond Green assists)
4th Quarter108-91Stephen Curry makes technical free throw
4th Quarter109-91Stephen Curry makes technical free throw
4th Quarter109-91Yaxel Lendeborg makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter110-91Yaxel Lendeborg makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter110-93Jamal Murray makes two point shot (Nikola Jokic assists)
4th Quarter110-94Nikola Jokic makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter113-94De'Anthony Melton makes 23-foot three point jumper (Yaxel Lendeborg assists)
4th Quarter114-97Jamal Murray makes 23-foot three point jumper
4th Quarter114-99Jamal Murray makes running layup
4th Quarter117-99Al Horford makes 23-foot three point jumper (Yaxel Lendeborg assists)
4th Quarter119-99Yaxel Lendeborg makes 1-foot dunk (De'Anthony Melton assists)
4th Quarter119-101Nikola Jokic makes tip shot
4th Quarter122-101Gui Santos makes 25-foot three point jumper (Yaxel Lendeborg assists)
4th Quarter125-101Brandon Williams makes 26-foot three point jumper (LJ Cryer assists)
4th Quarter125-102Zeke Nnaji makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter125-103Zeke Nnaji makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter125-105Cam Whitmore makes running layup (DaRon Holmes II assists)
4th Quarter128-105LJ Cryer makes 27-foot three point step back jumpshot
4th Quarter128-106Ryan Nembhard makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter128-107Ryan Nembhard makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter128-109Cam Whitmore makes driving dunk (Ryan Nembhard assists)
4th Quarter131-109LJ Cryer makes 25-foot three point jumper (Graham Ike assists)
4th Quarter131-112Zeke Nnaji makes 26-foot three point jumper (Cam Whitmore assists)
4th Quarter134-112Graham Ike makes 26-foot three point jumper (LJ Cryer assists)
4th Quarter134-114Ryan Nembhard makes 17-foot pullup jump shot