The Denver Nuggets put an end to the Boston Celtics’ undefeated streak at home, securing a 102-100 victory with Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray combining for 69 points. Jokic, the Most Valuable Player, contributed 34 points, 12 rebounds, and nine assists, while Murray led the Nuggets’ scoring with 35 points on 15-of-21 shooting. This win snapped the Celtics’ 27-game home winning streak, maintaining a flawless 20-0 record for the season.
Murray expressed the team’s motivation to challenge themselves against an undefeated home team, emphasizing the importance of bringing the right energy on the road. Despite facing a 12-point deficit in the second quarter, the Nuggets took control in the final minutes, securing the victory with a 99-98 lead and holding off a late-game attempt by the Celtics.
In other NBA action, Devin Booker led the Phoenix Suns to a 123-109 victory over the New Orleans Pelicans with an impressive 52-point performance, including 18-of-30 shooting from beyond the arc. The Brooklyn Nets handed the Los Angeles Lakers a 130-112 defeat, ending the Lakers’ recent revival. Cam Thomas led the Nets with 33 points off the bench.
Meanwhile, Joel Embiid continued his outstanding performance, scoring 36 points as the Philadelphia 76ers easily defeated the Orlando Magic 124-109, extending his streak of 30-point games to 19 consecutive outings.