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The Denver Nuggets defeated the Brooklyn Nets 107–103 on January 29 at Ball Arena in a defensive grind that finished well below the Vegas total of 209.5 points. Jamal Murray led Denver with 27 points while Tobias Hardaway Jr. added 25, helping the Nuggets shoot 47.5 percent from the field and convert 13 three-pointers. Brooklyn's Mikal Porter Jr. had an efficient 38-point performance, and the Nets made 14 threes despite shooting just 43.5 percent overall. Denver's second quarter proved decisive, outscoring Brooklyn 34–23 to build separation, though the Nets mounted a fourth-quarter rally that fell short. The Nets actually controlled the glass with 49 rebounds to Denver's 41 and matched the Nuggets' 24 assists, but committed eight turnovers compared to six for Denver—a turnover margin that ultimately proved costly in a four-point loss. Both teams posted nearly identical offensive ratings around 118.5, underscoring how tight the contest remained throughout. Denver's defensive execution in the middle quarters kept Brooklyn at arm's length despite Porter Jr.'s scoring outburst, positioning the Nuggets to extend their winning form.
