Denver Nuggets pulled off the upset to defeat Philadelphia 76ers. Denver Nuggets entered the game as the underdog, with a 40% chance to win before the game started.
From the outset, Denver Nuggets refused to go away, chipping away at Philadelphia 76ers's lead until Denver Nuggets took their first lead toward the end of the game. Philadelphia 76ers did not go quietly, recapturing the lead for themselves, until Denver Nuggets regained control for good at the end of the game.