nba Game Recap
Nuggets Down Boston 96-92 - Match Report
Jamal Murray scored 22 points leading the Nuggets to a 96-92 victory over Boston at Pepsi Center on Friday.
Denver won on the scoreboard, but lost at the pay window as they failed to cover the -5.0-point spread. The game went UNDER the consensus closing total of 206.5.
Denver got 18 points from Nikola Jokic and another 15 points from Will Barton. Nikola Jokic contributed 10 assists, while Nikola Jokic cleaned the glass with 16 rebounds.
The Celtics got a 22-point performance from Jaylen Brown, who was supported by 16 points from Jayson Tatum. Brad Wanamaker had 4 assists in a losing cause for Boston, while Jaylen Brown grabbed 10 rebounds.
Denver led at halftime, 45-34.
The rebound battle favored Denver as they grabbed 48 boards, while Boston only had 40
Next game, Denver takes its act home to face Phoenix looking for another win. For Boston, they head home to face Sacramento.