Kevin Durant makes more history, the Mavericks encounter more resistance and the Suns experiment with some younger depth.
Norman Powell scores 22 of his 37 points in the 2nd half as LA overcomes 41 points from Nikola Jokic to edge Denver 109-104.
Fresh faces are looking to raise their profile as defending Kia MVP Nikola Jokić eyes his 4th career trophy.
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