The LA Clippers lost an overtime contest to the Denver Nuggets in Game 1 of the NBA Playoffs on Saturday. Jumping out to a 15-point lead in the first half, LA slowly saw its advantage dwindle until regulation concluded with the score tied 98-98.

Russell Westbrook, who played with the Clippers just last season, knocked down a critical 3-pointer to give the Nuggets a late lead. James Harden squared things up with a runner late, however, sending the game to overtime.

The 35-year-old point guard, who could earn All-NBA honors for the eighth time, says every series is different and he never takes the chance to chase a title for granted.