Jamal Murray scores 42 as Nuggets rally from 23 down for 141-135 OT win

Eight 3-pointers and six assists lift Denver to 1-1.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated 9m1 min read

JAMAL MURRAY WENT OFF IN DENVER'S 23-PT COMEBACK 🤯 42 PTS | 3 REB | 6 AST | 8 3PM The @nuggets secure their first win Via @NBA on X

What happened: Jamal Murray, who reached double figures early, finished with a game-high 42 points, eight 3-pointers, six assists and three rebounds to lead the Denver Nuggets to a 141-135 overtime victory. Denver erased a 23-point deficit to secure its first win of the 2026-27 regular season.

Why it matters: The 23-point turnaround is the largest home comeback in Pulling out the overtime win brings Denver to a 1-1 record on the opening week of the schedule.

By the numbers: Jamal Murray: 42 PTS (game high), 8 3PM, 6 AST, 3 REB. Final score: 141-135 (OT). Comeback margin: 23 points ( Denver Nuggets season record: 1-1.

What to watch: The 1-1 Nuggets move forward in their early 2026-27 regular-season slate coming off the overtime victory.

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@NBA 2026-10-25T13:37:08.577209+00:00

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