Nuggets snap skid, Jokic dominates
The Denver Nuggets bounced back from a rocky stretch, defeating the Spurs 136-131 [https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/nuggets-rally-past-spurs-136-040438449.html]. Nikola Jokic had a monster game with 31 points, 20 rebounds, and 12 assists, while Jamal Murray added 39 points [https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/nuggets-rally-past-spurs-136-040438449.html]. Before this, they routed the Rockets 129-93, with Jokic posting his 25th triple-double [https://apnews.com/article/rockets-nuggets-score-4d13de451c8b4045097291c5c3799077].
The Nuggets rallied from a 20-point deficit to defeat the Spurs, 136-131, despite playing the second game of a back-to-back. San Antonio was without Victor Wembanyama, who was sidelined due to right ankle soreness. The Spurs are 10-5 in games Wembanyama has missed this season. Jamal Murray's 39 points led all scorers, sealing the victory with four consecutive free throws in the final seconds. Murray also sparked an 11-0 run in the fourth quarter that gave Denver its first lead since early in the game. In 5 games against the Spurs between March 8, 2024, and March 8, 2026, Murray has averaged 22.8 points. Nikola Jokic recorded his 26th triple-double of the season, with 31 points, 20 rebounds, and 12 assists. It was Jokic's 188th career triple-double. Stephon Castle of the Spurs also had a triple-double with 30 points, 11 rebounds, and 10 assists.
