Arron Afflalo’s jumper lifts Nuggets in overtime

at Denver 112, Sacramento 109 (OT): Arron Afflalo hit a 21-foot baseline jumper with 18.4 seconds left in overtime for the Nuggets, who overcame a 17-point third-quarter deficit. Kenyon Martin had 24 points and 12 rebounds and Chauncey Billups had 23 points for Denver, which improved to 3-0 in overtime this season and averted being swept in their three-game season series with the Kings.

Milwaukee 97, at Miami 81: Andrew Bogut had 22 points and 11 rebounds, and the Bucks beat the Heat for the second time in three nights to pull within two games of slumping Miami for the Eastern Conference’s final playoff spot. Dwyane Wade, who had 23 points, scored Miami’s first 11 in the game, but the Heat then went shockingly cold, setting season worsts by shooting 17.6% in the first quarter and 27.5% in the first half.

Phoenix 109, at New Orleans 100: Amare Stoudemire scored 25 points and Grant Hill hit two late baskets for the Suns. The Hornets played their second straight game without Chris Paul, who is out indefinitely because of a left knee injury that could require surgery.

Boston 99, at Washington 88: Kevin Garnett’s 19 points led six Celtics in double figures, and Boston ended a three-game skid. Paul Pierce sat out the fourth quarter after hurting his left foot.

at Portland 98, Charlotte 79: LaMarcus Aldridge had 17 points and five other players scored in double figures for the Trail Blazers, who took control in the fourth quarter.

at Memphis 95, Lakers 93

-- associated press