Denver Nuggets vs Miami Heat Game 1 Full Highlights | 2023 NBA Finals | FreeDawkins 

I love how Jokic never seeks to be the hero guy but being a constant added value to the team. Even if it means he has 0 points in 10 mins. This guy is something else.

Heat obv tried to shut down Jokic and yet he still finishes with a casual triple double. What an absolute BEAST

He can play without shooting when he knows his team is shooting well. Its always about the team and never about himself 🔥🔥🔥

jokic has that tim duncan vibe in that he is endlessly infuriating to watch as an opponent … so fundamental, no flashy. insanely efficient

As a Celtics fan, It's refreshing watching a team actually move the ball around and get good looks. Denver is a fun team to watch

Man, it's not even just Jokic, EVERYONE is play crazy, the amount of blocks and steals is insane, they play so simple and make it look easy but they are so consistent

Jokic controls the game. Even without the ball, Miami has to watch out for him at all times. That opens up spaces for everyone else. If Miami can't get Jokic under control with one defender while still denying his passes, a sweep is likely. There is no center in NBA history who has shown even a remotely comparable performance as a playmaker. Jokic makes passes in every game that would be career highs for other centers.

great game for the Nuggets. Such a smart, versatile, and unselfish team -- reflects their MVP and coaching!

The two "lost" seasons the Nuggets had with Porter and Murray out were a blessing in disguise. Jokic and Gordon had no choice but to develop their games on both ends. Once, Jokic was too deferential; now he's got the tools and aggression to maul opponents in single coverage. The Gordon who first arrived in Denver couldn't navigate screens cleanly, often missed rotations, and wasn't much of a rim protector. He's excellent at all those things now, and he has consistently punished teams that have tried to play off him throughout the playoffs. And kudos to MPJ for swallowing his ego and dedicating himself to defense and team ball. It's not the role he envisioned for himself coming into the league, but it looks like it might win him a ring.

Crazy to think that the Nuggets are still such a young team. All their key guys are under 30. Murray, MPJ and Gordon still have room to grow as players. They're playing wise beyond their years right now and still can be even better.

When I saw Denver vs a very motivated lakers team I knew they will make it. They are too strong this season.

Finally some teams in the finals worth watching. Love how both these teams play.

Wow, what an incredible display of resilience and teamwork by the Denver Nuggets! They came out swinging and showed the Miami Heat who's boss in Game 1 of the NBA Finals. The Nuggets' relentless energy and never-give-up attitude were simply unmatched. Jamal Murray's clutch shots, Nikola Jokić's dominant presence in the paint, and Michael Porter Jr.'s explosive scoring were a sight to behold. This win is a testament to the Nuggets' determination and grit. Get ready, NBA fans, because Denver is here to make history!

I feel your pain Heat fans, because as a life long Knicks fans since the 80s, I remember the 99 series where the Knicks, who were also an 8th seed, played the Spurs and were clearly outmatched. It was such a thrilling ride through the Eastern conference that I figured they would be able to play with the giant from the West. But no matter how hard they tried and how many runs they went on during each game, they always seemed to be down by double digits. The Spurs, like Denver, made it look effortless. That's when reality hit me, that the Spurs were just the better team. I think it was the first championship of Duncan's young career. It sucks, but you can't be mad, you know not many people picked the Heat to run the tables before the playoffs started. So just enjoy the moment.

Masterclass in Team Basketball! They come at you from everywhere! Nicely done Nuggets! 👏

This is a TEAM Play at its very best. Well done Nuggets! 👍

Jokic is just a treat to watch, what a player. The real MVP

Jokic and the Nuggets remind me of Duncan and the Spurs. Class and excellence. I don't understand why the league and most media pundits dismiss them so often. I love to watch them. Beautrful team basketball who have developed and held together through injuries and setbacks. Go Nuggets.

Looks like the nuggets didn't even put much effort this game. They stayed cool and under control. Tactical. I dont see how heat can break them.

The greatest skills of jokic are his fundamentals + vision on court, SUPERB player.

Casually Triple Doubling every game without being flamboyant. What a player Jokic is.

Jokic is unstoppable. Go Nuggets!

Not a Nuggets fan. But they are pretty goos team. Have you guys checked the Heat's FT? Denver just gave them 2fts. That's showed how discipline they were. Denver only made 8 3pointers and still won the game in double digits. Impressive championship run by Nuggets.

Huge respectfor jimmy butler and the heat for getting this far. They battled back and keep it close. I have to imagine the seven game eastern series took a toll. I don't know what preparation gets you ready to play in denver nuggets but the altitude is no joke.

The Nuggets are very impressive, and plays like a team should, I believe there are good chances we will see a sweep

The coolest part about the Jokers game is that you can stop him from scoring but he'll destroy you by finding open teammates with his excellent passing. Can't stop him.

If Denver win this championship, I'll be happy with Jokic and his teammates, they deserved it.❤

Denver deserves this championship more than anyone else. 47 years of just watching but now theyre not just winning but dominating. Historic for Denver!

I don’t know why , but i felt happy for Gordon . He had carrier game 🎉

Jokic is like a coach..he sees what the Heat were trying to do and he absolutely picked them apart by making plays for everyone else.

Denver made this look easy. Imagine what they would’ve done to Boston 😅

Wow! It was an incresible performance by the nuggets. They owned the game from the begining and looks like it was quite easy to sustain their dominance throughout the game. NBA history havent seen a player like Jokic. When he doesnt score, he makes sure the team scores!

As a casual viewer from uk i have never seen a team like Denver. The game always appears competitive and even but somehow they are 10 points up.

Rooting for both these teams, Denver deserves its long awaited first championship, and Pat Riley and the heat deserves this too as the biggest underdog story in the NBA.

I love how Jokic is able to take an open shot but passes to another open player

Another team another sweep what a performance MVP 💪🏻🔥

its not only jokic, whole nuggets team played great

Denver team really outsmarted the Heat. The Nuggets has a deep pool of talents and sizes.

Unless the Heat force Jokic to be the best scorer, he doesn't have to be. On many many possessions I thought Jokic could have just backed down and gotten off a high % shot, but he keeps making the right pass for an even better one. I honestly don't know who and how someone can stop this offense for 4 games in a series.

I'm a Brazilian nuggets and Jokic fan boy talking here, but I wish this our time to be champions! Go Jokic, Murray, Jr and AG!

Jokic is a great team player. Well done nuggets.

Respect to both teams! 👏🏼

Jokic always falls under the radar because he doesnt do any fancy plays and never ends up in any highlight reel, but his fundamentals are unparalled. always in the right place at the right time, knowing where and when to pass

He felt like he was just doing easy stuff all game and then you are shocked by the statline after the game lol. Such a monster.

I AM A MIAMI FAN AND I HAVE TO RECOGNIZE DEVER CONTROL GAME ONE 100%. CONGRATULATIONS NUGGETS.

Amazing to see this Denver team! Miami is a worthy finals team as well, but the nuggets are something else man. Also, who is Joel embiid (asking for a friend)?

Heat played ok but Nuggets are on form and look unstoppable. The beauty of this finals is that both are great teams and it will be a pleasure to see either team with JB or NJ lifting the trophy.

To be honest, every Nuggets player deserves an NBA ring, not just Jokic and Murray ❤🤲

Can we stop and give some respect to Haywood Highsmith. This guy played D2 hoops at Wheeling Jesuit University. Stayed the course, kept grinding and had a bunch of 2 way and 10 day contracts and the dude is gettin minutes in the NBA Finals. He is the poster child of grit, hardwork and determination.

Wish they showed defensive highlights too, stops at crucial times are just as exciting !

Damn! This team is really well put together!! 👌🏾👌🏾👌🏾

Nuggets too BIG, too fast , too Good

Great game for jokic. Triple double this man a beast my respect for this guy goes up Day by day. Congrats on first win nuggets. Heats better luck next game would love see yall play better next game and make it more competitive at least give it a fight we know nuggets a really good team but fight till end at least.

This was such a great game! loved it

Nuggets have what it takes but the Heat have firepower too. I don't think they'll go down easily but wow what a series it'll be!

Wow!!!?! So that's what happened last night 😎😳🙂 the Nuggets 1st time on the big stage and they did very well especially Jamal Murray 😲😲👍 Miami certainly did good as well lots of take aways for this game for them

What a great finals we are going to see

Every time they tried double = Instant Assist = Unbelievable Player!

I don't know why people called this final 'boring'. It's opposite. So entertaining and interesting to watch.

Jokic unique, his teammates Also terrific

Jokic is the only player who plays as relaxed as he did tonight and still ends the night with a W and a monster stat line. Jokic took it out of cruise control for 4 minutes total.

Denver looked like they didn't put too much effort into this game. And that's scary. They casually destroyed Miami.

Lets go Denver! Get that 1st ring!

Its nice to see Jordan and Bryant back in the Finals after many years retired,although the two didnt play.

I love the play at 7:29 ..Heat made a little run and brought it back to within 10 points. Give it to Jokic. He catches the ball in the key and all the Heat are expecting him to pass and barely defend him. He reads it instantly and floats one up for an easy bucket.

This is incredible basketball from both teams!!!

feels like im watching Spurs vs Spurs here, the ball movements of both teams were just incredible.

First game I've watched of Jokic, Really look to me like there was 15 exceptional players on that floor.

Congrats in advance nuggets🎉🎉!! There's no way Miami can pull this one🫡

AG was a star of the show! Great job Nuggets!

Nuggets🔥🔥🔥they’re a joy to watch. I mean Jokic is great but others are just as perfect

Denver's year! Congrats on your first ever championship.

I like how well prepared denver is

Pretty solid performance for the "worst MVP ever".

Congratulations Denver, amazing Jokic

Go Nuggets this is the time that you had a championship, Go Go GO for the Ring and Trophy., 👍👊💪🏆🏆🏆🏆

I hope that will be a 7 games Finals. Both teams deserved to be here. It's so hard to root for one. For me it's the best Finals since a very long time. Thank you FreeDawkins for the best NBA highlights on whole TRvid. Greetings from Poland. Pozdrawiam serdecznie.

Like I said, this match-up is kinda similar to Cavs vs Dubs in 2018. Butler bringing the Heat to the Finals like bron and facing against a super team in the West.

Nugs are bad ass. What a team. I hope Jimmy Buckets and the boys can at least get a win!

Murray and Joker giving me some Kobe and Shaq vibes, unstoppable bigmen (although for different reasons but effective nonetheless), paired with an unflinching shotmaker.

It's so awesome that we don't see LA or Boston in the finals. This is a great win for the league.

Who would’ve thought Jokic had more points than Murray. This man was the regular season mvp and he will be getting finals MVP averaging a triple double

Man Butler has to wake up… Jokic really went for it👏🏾👏🏾

That’s how a championship team play. 🗣️Let’s go nuggets

Jokic showing everyone who's the real MVP

Let's go Denver, and go on Jokic!!!

Jokic and Murray is the duo of the year.

as I causual NBA watcher (only watchin the PlayOffs) I gotta say from watchin all the playoff games, You can see why theses 2 are competing in the finals. Both with great Team Effort offensive and defensively and good clutch players !

You know what's crazier about this game? You can see the Nuggets slacking a bit, especially on contesting shots, and they still won

Hot take ! There will be no sweep ! Okay Nuggets are way above the Heat. But the Heat is displaying such a level of heart, grit and focus. They are absolutely giving it all. They will stay focused under any circumstances. Even down 25 at some points. This kind of team is always very though to beat. Props to the nuggets tho Jokic is getting 4-5 rings fo sho

Joker is like… he can control everything on the floor. So calm, looks like he didn’t even sweat🥶

Jokic rarely touches rim with his shots😍 so pure

Without Porter Nuggets would lose...he means that much to this team..kinda an Igoudala type of a player, not a stat line to write home about but his impact is huge...that Miami late run Porter wasnt on the floor

Jokic is a mathematics machine. He always know where to pass and how to get fouled to the greatest interests of Nuggets and at the easiest position for teammates... Every coach needs this machine😂😂😂

3:35 that's a nice play. Waiting for a double team in the paint, pass to open guy. The spot he chose is what's nice

Thanks YT for recommend me this channel. The best highlights always!

It seemed like Denver vs. Bam, the rest of the Miami players totally disappeared, if Jimmy with 56 points against Bucks appears, then we would talk about Miami with the possibility of winning the title, but as long as they continue playing like today, the same story as Denver vs. lakers..

This nugget team got too much chemistry and energy, hard to beat.

Well played Denver, hope for a great series

Heats just completed a 7 game series while the Nuggets did a sweep and was well rested. Heats will fight back!