Denver, led by Nikola Jokic who was decisive in the victory obtained in Detroit (119-100), secured its presence in the playoffs in the NBA, while Milwaukee, leader E already qualified in the East, fell to Indiana (139-123).
The Nuggets needed to end their losing streak of four straight setbacks.
In this negative period, Jokic had been the only one to keep his level.
Which he still did (30 pts, 10 rebounds, 9 assists) against Detroit.
But this time being able to count on his teammates, first of all Jamal Murray (19 points, 10 assists).
Behind Denver is Sacramento, which once again steals second place from Memphis, thanks to the success over Brooklyn (101-96), with Domantas Sabonis giving it his all (24 points, 21 rebounds).
With this 42nd win (and 27 losses), the Kings are sure to end their season on a high note, something they haven't seen since their last playoff appearance in 2006.
Phoenix (fourth) ended a three-game losing streak, with a win (116-113) against Orlando.
In the absence of Kevin Durant (ankle), the Suns collective shone with five players of at least 15 points.
Devin Booker the most prolific (19).
For Paolo Banchero 18 points and 8 rebounds.
In the East, the surprise came from Indianapolis, where the Pacers, despite being without Tyrese Haliburton due to an injury, mistreated the Bucks.
Andrew Nembard (24 points) and Aaron Nesmith (22) were the leading scorers for Indiana, as they blew a 35-22 lead in Milwaukee in the fourth quarter, with a 66.7% shooting percentage.
Giannis Antetokounmpo, without demerits but not even forcing, had to settle for 25 points, without being able to weigh in as he usually does.
This success allows the Pacers to still believe in the playoffs, also within the reach of Washington and Toronto, which easily defeated Oklahoma City (128-111).
