NEW DELHI: The
Denver Nuggets
secured a 102-95 victory over the Charlotte Hornets, extending their hot streak with a 3-0 record on a road trip.
Michael Porter Jr.
led the
Nuggets
with 22 points, while
Jamal Murray
added 20 points, contributing to Denver's seventh win in their last eight games.
Nikola Jokic
played a key role for the Nuggets, recording 18 points, 10 rebounds, and nine assists.
Aaron Gordon
also contributed with 14 points, and Murray showcased his versatility with 12 rebounds. The Nuggets received crucial bench contributions, with Christian Braun scoring 11 points and
Julian Strawther
adding 10.
Despite the Hornets' efforts, including 22 points from
Miles Bridges
, 20 points from P.J. Washington, and 19 points from Nick Smith Jr., they couldn't break their seven-game losing streak.
Charlotte
struggled from beyond the arc, making only 8 of 28 three-point attempts.
The turning point in the game came in the third quarter when the Nuggets outscored the Hornets 30-9, erasing the halftime deficit. Although Charlotte made a late push in the fourth quarter, Denver's defense held firm, limiting the Hornets to just one point in the final 3:23.
The victory sets up a Christmas Day showdown for the Nuggets against the Golden State Warriors, providing an opportunity for Denver to continue their impressive run.
(With Reuters inputs)
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