Another victory was in store for the Denver Nuggets in Salt Lake City on Wednesday, April 1.
The Nuggets defeated the Utah Jazz with a score of 130-117.
The veteran forward Jamal Murray checked in for 37 minutes. He shot 12-16 from the field, knocking down 10-16 shots from three. The veteran totaled 37 points, while producing five rebounds, five assists, one steal, and two blocks.
After leading the Nuggets to a major victory over the rebuilding Jazz, the Nuggets improved their winning streak to seven games in a row. It’s the second-best streak in the NBA, trailing the San Antonio Spurs‘ 10-game streak.
Following the game, Jamal Murray spoke on the Nuggets’ recent success.
Jamal Murray Explains Nuggets’ Hot Streak After Jazz Game
“Just expecting more from ourselves throughout the game. Just not letting up. We know this team, they come out and play every single game. Guys try to prove themselves, and guys going at us,” Murray said. “We just got to make sure that we bring an intensity and focus to match that or exceed it,” Murray said regarding the mentality heading into each game, including Wednesday’s.
“So, I think it’s every game we’ve been just trying to create good habits, no matter who we’re playing. No matter what the coverage is. We’re playing with some confidence and playing with some trust. Like I said, create good habits for playoffs.”
The Nuggets recently punched their ticket to the 2026 NBA Playoffs officially.
They became the fourth team to do it, behind the Los Angeles Lakers, Oklahoma City Thunder, and the Spurs.
What’s Next For The Nuggets?
The Nuggets will get the next two nights off. On Saturday, April 4, Denver will go head-to-head with the San Antonio Spurs. Heading into the game, the Nuggets hold a 49-28 record. They are placed fourth in the Western Conference.
Before the Lakers’ Thursday night action, they hold a 1.5-game lead over the Nuggets.
As beneficial as the third seed would be, the Nuggets are simply focused on continuing to stay sharp before the games begin to carry more weight later in April.