Michael Adams might not be discussed among the Nuggets all-time greats, but the former Denver point guard was important player for the team in the late 80s and early 90s. No moment epitomized that more than his historic outing 29 years ago to this day.
On March 23, 1991, Michael Adams would almost lead his 18-50 Nuggets to an upset over a talented 42-27 Milwaukee Bucks team as Adams dropped 54 points in a 140-136 overtime loss. The feat remains tied for the second-highest single-game scoring output from a Nuggets player, tying Alex English’s 54-point night on Nov.