The Denver Nuggets put on a thrilling display of clutch play and resilience in a 130-127 win over the Golden State Warriors on Thursday night. Nikola Jokic, the reigning MVP, was credited with the comeback, scoring 34 points, 10 assists and nine rebounds, and ending the game with a game-winning 40-foot sharpshooting jumper.

The Nuggets, who trailed by as many as 18 points in the final quarter, went on a 25-4 run in the final six minutes that silenced the Oracle Arena crowd. Jokic hit five of his final six shots and hit a jumper with 26 seconds to play.

The win was the 11th in 13 games for the Nuggets, who have now won six straight road games. The defending champion Nuggets showed their championship pedigree and didn't flinch, even against a Warriors team hungry to get back to .500.

For the Warriors, the loss was a bitter pill to swallow. After ending a three-game losing streak earlier in the week, they find themselves starting a seven-game home stand with a disappointing 1-3 record. Stephen Curry chipped in with 30 points but couldn't lead the Warriors to victory as the Nuggets' late-game onslaught was too much for them to handle.

Jokic's heroics cemented his status as one of the league's most crucial players. His ability to take over games with his well-rounded skills and composure under pressure is unrivalled. This victory, achieved in dramatic fashion, is a testament to the Nuggets' championship aspirations and their ability to overcome any obstacle.

Meanwhile, the Warriors need to regroup and find a way to rediscover their winning ways in order to get back into playoff contention. It's a tough road ahead, but their talent and experience should not be underestimated.

This thrilling matchup between two championship contenders is a classic example of why the NBA is so compelling. With Jokic's buzzer beater still echoing in the air, the landscape of the league has changed once again and the title race continues.