Denver built a lead that swelled to 35 points before cruising to a 120-101 victory to advance to a second-round clash with top-seeded Oklahoma City.

Fans erupt after a violent dunk and technical-foul-earning rim hang by Russell Westbrook (4) during the fourth quarter of the Nuggets’ 120-101 series-clinching win over the LA C

The Denver Nuggets had control of the series over the Los Angeles Clippers, heading into Game 6 with a 3-2 lead and a chance to advance. However, the Clippers were able to defend their home court, setting up a decisive Game 7 back in Denver with the winner set to face the Oklahoma City Thunder in the next round.