MIAMI, USA – The Denver Nuggets continue to demonstrate their strength in the 2025-26 season, after defeating the Charlotte Hornets with a score of 115-106 this Sunday. The outstanding performance of Jamal Murray, who scored 34 points, was key to the victory.
This triumph represents the best start in the franchise’s history, with a 17-6 record after the first 23 games.
Nuggets: Consistent Domain
Denver achieved its tenth away victory, solidifying a positive streak that included recent wins over the Pacers and the Hawks. “We played focused and free,” commented Murray after the match. The Canadian player, averaging 24.6 points this season, is consolidating as the second key figure alongside Nikola Jokic, who contributed a double-double of 28 points and 11 rebounds.
Although the Hornets took the lead in the third quarter, Denver responded with a second half of 58 points, securing the victory at the Spectrum Center.Knicks Triumph Over Magic
The New York Knicks defended their territory at Madison Square Garden, defeating the Orlando Magic with a score of 106-100, despite the absence of Karl-Anthony Towns due to left calf discomfort.
Jalen Brunson led the attack with 30 points and nine assists, while Josh Hart achieved a double-double of 17 points and 12 rebounds. “We played with attention to detail,” Brunson stated after the victory, which left the Knicks’ home record at 13-1, their best home start since the 1992-93 season.
Orlando suffered the loss of their star Franz Wagner in the first quarter, due to a left leg injury.Celtics Comeback and Defeat Raptors
The Boston Celtics, despite letting a 23-point lead slip away, managed to recover to beat the Toronto Raptors with a score of 121-113. Jaylen Brown was the leading scorer with 30 points.
Toronto rallied with a 34-10 run between the third and fourth quarters, managing to take the lead, but Boston readjusted its defense in time. “You’re not always going to play at the highest level,” acknowledged coach Joe Mazzulla, highlighting his players’ ability to react.
The Celtics maintained their effectiveness from the three-point line, making 20 of 47 attempts, with Derrick White leading this aspect.LeBron James Shines with the Lakers
At 40 years old, LeBron James continues to make his mark in the NBA. He scored 29 points, seven rebounds, and six assists in the Los Angeles Lakers’ victory over the Philadelphia 76ers, with a score of 112-108.
James scored five of the last seven points of the game and celebrated his final basket with his iconic “crown” in front of the fans. “My teammates were tired and I felt good physically to close it out,” said the four-time MVP, who recently saw his streak of 1,297 games scoring more than 10 points interrupted.
Tyrese Maxey led Philadelphia with 28 points in a duel decided by free throws. The Lakers remain second in the Western Conference, while the 76ers occupy the seventh position in the East.
