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The Denver Nuggets defeated the Washington Wizards 107–97 on January 22 at Capital One Arena, falling short of the Vegas total of 227.5 points combined. P. Watson led Denver with 35 points, while J. Murray added 24 in a balanced offensive attack that saw the Nuggets shoot 44.6 percent from the field and make 9 three-pointers. Washington countered with K. George's 20 points and T. Johnson's 19, but the Wizards managed only a 38.1 field-goal percentage and 13 made threes in a losing effort. Denver's third quarter proved decisive, outscoring Washington 33–29 in that frame to build separation. The Nuggets controlled the glass with 46 rebounds to Washington's 42 and distributed 22 assists against 20 for the home team, while Denver's defense held the Wizards to a 102.6 offensive rating compared to Denver's 113.3. Denver's 11 turnovers also proved more disciplined than Washington's 14 miscues. The victory reinforces Denver's road strength and playoff positioning in the Western Conference.
