Denver Nuggets vs Memphis Grizzlies — 136:119, NBA

The Denver Nuggets defeated the Memphis Grizzlies 136-119, pulling away for a 17-point win behind elite overall efficiency and steady playmaking. Denver shot an exceptional 39-of-54 from the field (72.0%) and consistently generated quality looks, finishing with 31 assists on 39 made baskets. Memphis countered with heavy volume from three-point range, hitting 19 threes on 50 attempts, but couldn’t keep pace with Denver’s scoring inside the arc and on the glass. Jamal Murray led the Nuggets with 26 points, setting the tone as Denver repeatedly punished Memphis with high-percentage offense. Cameron Johnson added 18 points, providing secondary scoring as Denver maintained control through multiple stretches. The Nuggets also won the rebounding battle 52-38, helping them sustain possessions and limit Memphis to fewer second-chance opportunities. For Memphis, C. Coward scored a game-high 27 points, while Taylor Hendricks and L. Williamson contributed 16 points apiece. The Grizzlies’ three-point output kept them competitive at times, but the combination of Denver’s field-goal accuracy and advantage on the boards gradually widened the margin. Going forward, Denver can take confidence from the balance between shot-making and ball movement, while Memphis will likely view this as a game where perimeter production wasn’t enough without stronger rebounding and defensive resistance against efficient half-court offense.