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Jamal Murray`s 34 points led the Nuggets to a 129-115 victory, extending their winning streak to nine games.

The Denver Nuggets continued their impressive form, extending their winning streak to nine games by defeating the Charlotte Hornets 129-115 at Ball Arena. Jamal Murray was the standout performer, scoring 34 points and sinking seven 3-pointers. Nikola Jokic also shone, contributing 29 points, 17 rebounds, and nine assists, narrowly missing his 26th triple-double of the season. Jokic showcased his shooting range, attempting a career-high 14 3-pointers and making six.

Miles Bridges led the Hornets with a season-high 36 points and 13 rebounds, but the team struggled without key players LaMelo Ball and Mark Williams due to injuries. Both teams were evenly matched in fast-break points and points in the paint, each tallying 15 and 52, respectively. The Nuggets welcomed back Russell Westbrook, Michael Porter Jr., and Aaron Gordon, with Gordon adding 18 points and Porter grabbing 11 rebounds. Julian Strawther`s two crucial 3-pointers in the fourth quarter helped the Nuggets pull away for the victory.

As of February 21, 2025, the NBA standings show the Cleveland Cavaliers leading the Eastern Conference, while the Nuggets have climbed to second place in the Western Conference with a 37-19 record after their latest win. For more details, check the NBA Game Recap and the NBA Standings.

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