<p>The <strong>Denver Nuggets </strong>have stumbled out of the gate, dropping both games of the <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba">NBA</a> </strong>regular season after an uninspiring offseason. Reflecting on the team’s unexpected defeat to the <strong>Los</strong> <strong>Angeles Clippers</strong>, <strong>Jamal Murray </strong>highlighted what went wrong.</p>



<p>Following a season opener loss to the Thunder, the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/denver-nuggets">Nuggets</a> faced the Clippers, who were without Kawhi Leonard, but still couldn’t find their rhythm.<strong> Despite a career-high seven three-pointers and 4 points from Nikola Jokic</strong>, Denver struggled to contain Norman Powell, Ivica Zubac, and James Harden.</p>



<p>After the game, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/jamal-murray">Murray</a> pointed to missed details as a key factor in the loss. <em><strong>“I think it’s just the detail stuff. I think it was halftime and Harden had like 12 assists or something,”</strong></em> Murray noted.</p>



<p>“<em>I just looked up, [Ivica] Zubac was just being a presence down there,” </em>he continued. “<em><strong>They were splitting our defense a little bit up.</strong> So, I’m not going to overthink it, it’s basketball. Like you said, we came up short today. <strong>Like I said, just little things, be more detailed, be more physical.”</strong></em></p>



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<h2>Murray claims there are ‘chemistry issues’</h2>



<p>Murray also acknowledged that much of Denver’s struggles stem from a lack of team chemistry, which has led to poor decision-making on the court.</p>


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<p>“<em><strong>A lot of it is coming from chemistry.</strong> I was running the break today and <strong>I didn’t know if I should go for two or for three just because we were talking about some stuff in the locker room</strong>,”</em> Murray shared. <em>“So, once we clear those things up, limit the turnovers, stop beating ourselves, we’ll be fine.”</em></p>



<h2>Jokic on the team’s shooting struggles</h2>



<p>After the season opener, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/nikola-jokic">Jokic</a> addressed the Nuggets’ struggles from beyond the arc, noting the team’s lack of consistent shooters outside of Murray and Michael Porter Jr.</p>



<p>“<em><strong>I mean, we don’t shoot the ball really well. We are not a good shooting team. Except (for) Mike and Jamal.</strong> All of us are kind of streaky. Not streaky, but you know, just average shooters. We have something else, we can probably be better and have advantages in some other areas,”</em> Jokic remarked in the post-game conference.</p>


        

        

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<p>The <strong>Denver Nuggets </strong>are determined to bounce back after last season’s disappointing finish and defend their NBA title. One of their biggest offseason moves was bringing in nine-time All-Star <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/russell-westbrook">Russell Westbrook</a></strong>. His arrival in Denver has created a buzz, and <strong>Jamal</strong> <strong>Murray </strong>spoke about the impact Westbrook has already had.</p>



<p>In an interview with <em>AltitudeTV’s Katy Winge</em>, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/jamal-murray">Murray</a> shared how meaningful it has been to have Westbrook on the team. Growing up, Murray admired Westbrook, and now being his teammate is a unique experience.</p>



<p>“<strong><em>I grew up watching him. We all did, really. It’s cool to see him up close and in person,”</em></strong> Murray said. “<strong><em>To look at Russ is like, ‘Oh, damn. That’s Russ.</em></strong>’”</p>



<p>Murray emphasized the energy Westbrook brings to the team: “<em>Every time he’s in the gym, he kind of lifts not just me but everybody’s spirit and awareness. That’s one thing I appreciate about having him on the floor. <strong>We haven’t played much together, but when he’s out there, he makes a positive impact.”</strong></em></p>



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<p>Though Westbrook’s stats last season with the LA Clippers — 11.1 points on 45% shooting, 5.0 rebounds, and 4.5 assists per game — may not have been his best, the Nuggets are optimistic that his presence in Denver will help the team recover.</p>


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<h2>Murray: Nuggets ready to bounce back with Westbrook</h2>



<p>Murray believes the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/denver-nuggets">Nuggets</a> are poised for a strong season, especially with the addition of Westbrook and a successful training camp under their belts.</p>



<p>“<em><strong>We’re ready to bounce back,”</strong></em> Murray told <em>The Sporting News</em>. <em>“The energy is really high. We’ve had a great training camp, spent a lot of time together, and I think all that’s starting to come into play. We’re really excited to get it going.”</em></p>


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<p>Murray is confident that the team’s chemistry and preparation will result in a fast start. “<em><strong>I think we’ll get off to a great start just by the amount of time we’ve spent getting to know each other on a personal level.</strong> I’m looking forward to seeing that translate on the court.”</em></p>



<p>For Murray, the goal is clear: <em>“<strong>When you have a group that’s talented and ready to win, that’s all it has to be about.</strong> So I think just winning should be the priority for everybody, and if we keep that mindset, we can get the job done.”</em></p>


        

        

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<p>The <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/denver-nuggets">Denver Nuggets</a> </strong>fell short in their title defense last season, getting knocked out in the playoffs by the Minnesota Timberwolves. However, star guard <strong>Jamal Murray</strong> believes the team is ready to bounce back after a productive training camp, especially with the arrival of veteran <strong>Russell Westbrook</strong>.</p>



<p>Speaking with <em>The Sporting News</em>, Murray expressed optimism about the upcoming season. “<strong><em>I think we’re ready to bounce back,</em></strong>” Murray said. “<em>The energy is really high. We’ve had a great training camp, spent a lot of time together over these past couple of weeks, and I think all that’s starting to come into play. <strong>We’re really excited to get it going.”</strong></em></p>



<p><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/jamal-murray">Murray</a> is confident the extra preparation time will lead to a strong start. <em>“<strong>I think we’ll get off to a great start</strong> just by the amount of time we’ve had together, getting to know each other on a personal level. I’m looking forward to seeing that translate on the court.”</em></p>



<p>He emphasized that the focus for the team should be clear. “<em><strong>When you have a group that’s talented and ready to win, that’s all it has to be about</strong>. So I think just winning should be the priority for everybody, and if we keep that mindset, we can get the job done.”</em></p>



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<h2>Murray on playing with Russell Westbrook</h2>



<p>Murray also shared his excitement about teaming up with <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/russell-westbrook">Russell Westbrook</a>, a player he’s faced many times over the years. <strong>“<em>He just brings the energy, he brings pace, he’s a vocal leader, and he brings competitive spirit and passion for the game,</em></strong><em>“</em> Murray said.</p>


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<p>“<em>It’s always fun when someone cares about the game as much as you do. It means more to go out there and try to accomplish a goal together,”</em> he added.</p>



<p>Reflecting on years of competing against Westbrook, Murray is looking forward to building chemistry with the former MVP. <em>“<strong>From all the years of competing against each other and watching from afar, it’s cool to now be on the same team.</strong> We have the chance to gel and work together to win a championship</em>.”</p>


        

        

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<p>After a disappointing 2023-24 season in their attempt to defend the 2022-23 championship, the <strong>Denver Nuggets </strong>made some offseason moves to revamp their roster. With the departure of Kentavious Caldwell-Pope to the Orlando Magic, the Nuggets brought in <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/russell-westbrook">Russell Westbrook</a></strong>, hoping the former MVP can help <strong>Jamal Murray </strong>and <strong>Nikola Jokic </strong>lead the team back to the top.</p>



<p>Speaking to <em>DNVR Nuggets</em>, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/jamal-murray">Murray</a> shared his thoughts on Westbrook’s arrival and the energy he brings to the squad. <strong><em>“Russ brings his own energy whether you’re with him or not,”</em></strong> Murray said.</p>



<p>“<strong><em>That’s the best part. He’s ready to compete, ready to push everybody,”</em></strong> he continued. <em><strong>“I think the greatest part is he holds himself accountable, and he’s not just all talk. He goes out, works hard, and leads by example. I think everything he’s done and will do for us will be great.”</strong></em></p>



<p>Westbrook, on his part, expressed excitement about joining the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/denver-nuggets">Nuggets</a> and emphasized his role in helping Murray reach his full potential. <strong><em>“It’s going to be great,”</em></strong> Westbrook said. “<em><strong>My job is to push Jamal to be the best he can be and to play at the highest level he’s capable of.”</strong></em></p>



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<p><strong><em>“He’s an unbelievable player and still has so much room to grow in a lot of areas,”</em></strong> Westbrook added. <em><strong>“I’m just grateful to be here to help him on that journey, and vice versa.”</strong></em></p>


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<h2>Nuggets teammates excited about Westbrook’s arrival</h2>



<p>In an interview with <em>The Denver Post</em>, Nuggets guard <strong>Christian Braun </strong>spoke highly of Westbrook, a 9-time NBA All-Star. <em><strong>“I love his game,</strong></em>” Braun said. <em><strong>“I loved his game when I was younger, and I still love it now.”</strong></em></p>



<p>Braun highlighted Westbrook’s impact beyond stats. <strong>“<em>His energy, his tenacity—those are things every team needs. He plays with the right intensity, always going downhill, being aggressive, and playing tough. I know he’ll bring a lot of positive things to our team. He’s someone who brings hunger and excitement to the game.”</em></strong></p>


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<p><strong>Peyton Watson </strong>also praised Westbrook in the same interview, focusing on his passion and drive. <strong><em>“He was a huge inspiration for me with the passion he plays with,”</em></strong> Watson said. <strong><em>“Being unapologetically himself and always leaving it all on the floor is something I’ve always admired.”</em></strong></p>






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<p>The <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/denver-nuggets">Denver Nuggets</a></strong> want to start the upcoming <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba">NBA</a></strong> season in the best shape possible and have secured the continued presence of a key teammate of three-time MVP <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/nikola-jokic"><strong>Nikola Jokic</strong></a></strong>, ensuring one of his core players will be in the fight for the top of the league.</p>



<p>Jokic’s Nuggets receive great news as Jamal Murray agrees to a <strong>massive four-year, $208 million contract extension</strong>. The deal guarantees $244 million over the next five seasons for the shooting guard.</p>



<p>The 27-year-old point guard has played for the Nuggets since the 2016-17 season and <strong>will remain with the team until 2029</strong>. His current contract for the 2024-25 campaign is worth $36 million, but it will jump to $46.4 million the following season.</p>



<p>Great update for fans of the Western Conference team comes with the announcement, which ensures continued strength for many seasons in the pursuit of new titles. Tactically, the partnership between Murray and Jokic brings significant value to the franchise’s game.</p>


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<p>Noteworthy is the timing of the deal’s completion, as this extension keeps Murray out of free agency next summer. Jokic’s teammate now has his continuity secured and will aim to remain at the peak of his career for years to come.</p>



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<h2>Murray’s great present with the Nuggets</h2>



<p>Murray is a key player for Denver’s roster. <strong>Last season, he averaged 21.2 points and 6.5 assists, both career highs for him</strong>. The point guard is the all-time leader for the Denver Nuggets in three-point shots.</p>



<p>Moreover, as if his contributions weren’t enough, he is one of only eight players in NBA history to score over 50 points in the playoffs. This makes the value of his extension even greater for a franchise that will undoubtedly be among the title contenders.</p>







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<p>The secured continuation of Jamal Murray complements the excellent form of three-time MVP Nikola Jokic, which is crucial given that this duo, among other contributions, led the franchise to the 2022-23 season title.</p>



<p>But new season means refreshing energy, something necessary to move past the premature defeat against the Minnesota Timberwolves in the conference semifinals of the previous campaign.</p>

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<p>The <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/denver-nuggets">Denver Nuggets</a></strong> became one of the most dangerous teams the league has seen in recent years. While they owe much of that reputation to <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/nikola-jokic">Nikola Jokic</a></strong>, <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/jamal-murray">Jamal Murray</a> also deserves a lot of credit</strong>.</p>



<p>The Serbian star may be the face of the team and the one who gets all the praise, but the guard has been able to <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/neither-jokic-nor-butler-dark-horse-candidates-to-win-2023-nba-finals-mvp-20230601-BUS-5490.html">make a name for himself</a> <strong>even with a star of that caliber next to him.</strong></p>



<p>Murray has proven to be the perfect partner for The Joker, becoming a key contributor for the Nuggets in the <strong>2023 NBA playoffs</strong>. The team knows his worth, which is why he makes what he deserves every season.</p>



<h2>Jamal Murray’s contract with Denver Nuggets</h2>



<p>According to Spotrac, Jamal Murray signed a <strong>five-year, $158,253,000 million contract</strong> with the Denver Nuggets in 2020. It’s a fully guaranteed deal, so the guard gets every single penny no matter what.</p>



<h2>How much does Jamal Murray make a year?</h2>



<p>Though his annual average salary would be $31,650,600, the Nuggets split the money differently each season. Murray’s salary for the 2022-23 season was <strong>$31,650,600</strong>, which breaks down as follows: $2,637,550 <strong>a month</strong>; $659,387 a <strong>week</strong>; $94,198 a <strong>day</strong>; $3,924 an <strong>hour</strong>; $65 a <strong>minute</strong>; and $1.09 a <strong>second</strong>.</p>


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<p>The moment we’ve been waiting for is finally here. The stage is set for the <strong>2023 NBA Finals</strong>, with the <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/denver-nuggets">Denver Nuggets</a></strong> and the <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/miami-heat">Miami Heat</a></strong> ready to battle it out for the championship. Apart from the coveted <strong>Larry O’Brien Trophy</strong>, the other award at stake will be the <strong>Bill Russell <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/nba-finals-mvp-complete-list-of-all-most-valuable-players-by-year-20220614-0037.html">NBA Finals Most Valuable Player Award</a></strong>.</p>



<p>For many, it will be a two-man battle. <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/nikola-jokic">Nikola Jokic</a></strong> and <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/jimmy-butler">Jimmy Butler</a></strong> are the faces of their respective teams, which is why many believe they will be crucial to determine the winner of the series.</p>



<p>It makes sense, since both of them have played at an incredible level in this playoffs so far. However, <strong>in sports there’s always room for surprise</strong>, so let’s take a look at other potential candidates to take the limelight in the NBA Finals.</p>



<h2>4. Bam Adebayo</h2>



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<p>While <em>Jimmy Buckets</em> often steals all the headlines, <strong>Bam Adebayo</strong> does the dirty work to let his teammates have the freedom to shine. The Heat big man plays a pivotal role in <strong>both ends of the floor</strong>, so he’s definitely a player to watch in this series.</p>



<p>Adebayo, who has been in Miami since the 2017 NBA Draft, is the co-star Butler needed to get here. Ahead of Game 1, the center averages 16.8 PPG, 9.2 RPG and 3.8 APG in this playoffs.</p>



<h2>3. Michael Porter Jr.</h2>



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<p><em>The Joker</em> is without any doubt the biggest reason why the Nuggets got here. However, this is still a team sport, and it would be unfair to overlook <strong>the job done by the rest of his teammates.</strong></p>



<p>Jokic’s supporting cast has also been crucial to help Denver reach the Finals. <strong>Michael Porter Jr.</strong>, for instance, averages 8.0 RBS in this postseason, only behind the Serbian star. He’s also the third Nuggets player with the highest PPG average (14.6).</p>



<h2>2. Caleb Martin</h2>



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<p>If there’s a Heat player who has taken everyone by surprise this year, that’s <strong>Caleb Martin</strong>. His story is already well known around the league, he went undrafted in 2019 and was later cut by the Hornets before landing in Miami on a two-way contract.</p>



<p>Eventually, <strong>Erik Spoelstra proved to know best</strong>. Not only did Martin make the roster, but he also became a key contributor in the starting lineup. His performances in the playoffs have been outstanding so far, especially in the Conference Finals. </p>



<h2>1. Jamal Murray</h2>



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<p>As we’ve said before, to reduce the Nuggets’ chances to Jokic would be unfair to the rest of the team. In this journey, <em>The Joker</em> has had the perfect teammate by his side in the form of <strong>Jamal Murray</strong>.</p>



<p>Second in PPG (27.7) and APG (6.1) for the Nuggets (only behind the Serbian) in this playoffs, the guard has been playing <strong>with a chip on his shoulder</strong> lately. So we could definitely have a potential Finals MVP here.</p>


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<p>When an <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/nba-news-2022-christmas-day-games-for-the-upcoming-season-20220814-0017.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">NBA player</a> gets injured</strong>, the fans are the most affected by it. Especially if that injured player plays for your team. Countless <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/nba-jalen-suggs-and-second-year-players-that-will-bounce-back-in-2022-23-20220812-0010.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>born-to-be-stars</strong></a> were affected by the injuries throughout their careers. However, when a player <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/nba-2022-2023-when-does-the-next-season-start-20220617-0002.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>returns to play</strong></a>, those feelings are so different.</p>
<p>Sometimes when it isseason-long injury, and the team are nowhere near from playing good, that’s when an injured player is missed the most. The perfect example of this situation is <strong>Kawhi Leonard</strong> with the <strong>Los Angeles Clippers</strong>.</p>
<p>When he left the team, they were <strong>championship-contenders</strong>, and now they are one of the worst in the <strong>Western Conference</strong>. However, this long wait finally has come to an end. For the <strong>2022-23 NBA season,</strong> Kawhi Leonard and these <strong>five NBA stars</strong> are set to return to play.</p>
<h2>NBA:5 most expected returns for the upcoming season</h2>
<h2>1. Jamal Murray</h2>
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<p>Probably the most anticipated return as the Denver <strong>Nuggets</strong> hasthe two-time <strong>NBA Most Valuable Player</strong>, Nikola Jokic. Therefore, when their starting guard returns, the <strong>NBA</strong> probably is going to be a fun mess in the <strong>Western Conference</strong>.</p>
<h2>2. Zion Williamson</h2>
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<p>Despite <strong>Zion Williamson</strong> didn’t win the <strong>Rookie of Year</strong> award, the 22-year-old had a very good <strong>rookie</strong> <strong>season</strong> with an average of <strong>22 points per game</strong>. In his second season, the impact he had on the New Orleans Pelicans game was huge. That’s why with this <strong>new and improved team</strong>, the next season could be a shocker when he returns to the court.</p>
<h2>3. Anthony Davis</h2>
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<p>The way <strong>Anthony Davis</strong> ended last season was heartbreaking for Los Angeles Lakers’ fans. That’s why as the new season comes in, they are excited to watch him play alongside LeBron James, once again. Especially now that it could be the King’s last season as a Lakers’player.</p>
<h2>4. James Wiseman</h2>
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<p>The way he got traded to the Golden State Warriors and into the NBA was shocking. He wasn’t bad at all, but his body clearly wasn’t ready for the league yet. However, as he played in the NBA Summer League recently, it is safe to assume he can have a decent comeback with proper minutes of play.</p>
<h2>5. Ben Simmons</h2>
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<p><strong>Ben Simmons</strong> had an awful close to the <strong>2020-21 NBA Season.</strong> That’s why when he got injured, it wasn’t just physically, also the damage was mentally. Therefore, when Simmons took a trade with the Brooklyn Nets, it was the right thing to do. However, since he is a <strong>ROY award winner,</strong> and a <strong>three-time All-Star,</strong> the expectations for a big return are high.</p>
<h2>6. Kawhi Leonard</h2>
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<p>What the Los Angeles Clippers lost with <strong>Kawhi Leonard</strong> was huge. From the top 4 of the West Conferene to be out of the NBA Playoffs in the Play-In Tournament are big statements for what’s missing, their star. So, Leonard’s returnwith the LA franchise will be watched since day 1, in an already highly competitive Western Conference.</p>
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NBA: Kawhi Leonard and five most anticipated returns for the upcoming season

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<p>The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/shaq-and-dwyane-wade-explain-why-nikola-jokic-is-the-mvp-20220408-0010.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Denver Nuggets</strong></a>‘ big goal for the <strong>2022-2023 season</strong> is to finally break out of the group of <strong>six <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/nba-rumors-lakers-face-big-hurdle-in-potential-russell-westbrook-trade-20220705-0007.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">NBA</a> franchises that have never won a championship</strong>. In order to do so, it is clear to them that they need to boost their star player <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/nikola-jokics-youth-coach-was-afraid-bigger-players-would-hurt-him-20220510-0008.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Nikola Jokic</strong></a>. At least, for starters, there is already good news as they will have a “signing” they needed for the aforementioned purpose.</p>
<p>The Serbian Jokic’s drive helped the Nuggets advance to the Playoffs last season, finishing sixth in the Western Conference. However, in the bracket, they crossed paths with <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/nba-golden-state-warriors-to-lose-one-of-the-pillars-of-stephen-curry-and-draymond-green-success-20220702-0031.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Stephen Curry’s Golden State Warriors</strong></a>, who eliminated them with a convincing 4-1 win.</p>
<p>In this type of scenario it is clear that although the talent of the 2-time <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/nba-trade-rumors-james-harden-is-open-to-playing-with-kyrie-irving-again-20220705-0005.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">NBA</a> MVP</strong> is great, a team sport like basketball will always require its top stars to be surrounded by good players in order to aspire to win championships, and the Denver Nuggets have already taken an important step in this direction.</p>
<h2>The “newcomer” who excites Denver Nuggets and Nikola Jokic</h2>
<p>It was April 2021, and the Denver Nuggets were hopeful they could overtake the Golden State Warriors, however, bad news darkened their outlook, a fired up <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/kevin-durant-and-the-highest-scoring-games-in-nba-playoffs-history-20210616-0007.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Jamal Murray</strong></a> tore the ACL in his left knee. The Canadian player said goodbye to the court for a long time with a career-high of 21.2 points, 4.8 assists, and 1.3 steals.</p>
<p>For the entire 2021-2022 NBA season, Murray watched from the sidelines as the Denver Nuggets once again fell short in their quest to transcend. However, the ordeal came to an end as the Canadian was seenhis team again during a Summer League practice, according to several Nuggets insiders such as <em>Harrison Wind</em>, <em>Adam Mares</em>, and<em>Mike Singer</em>.</p>
<p>While there are still no other significant signings for the franchise, it is a fact that the Denver Nuggets can already boast of having made the addition they most wanted, that of Jamal Murray who would return with every intention of making up for lost time to lead his team to the top under <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/stephen-jackson-sounds-off-on-joel-embiids-mvp-snub-20220510-0002.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Nikola Jokic.</a></p>
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<p>Last night, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/kevin-durant" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Kevin Durant</strong> </a>just gave us one of the most beautiful masterpieces in<strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba-t19117" target="_blank" rel="noopener"> NBA</a> playoff</strong> history, logging <strong>49 points, 17 rebounds, 10 assists, 3 steals, 2 blocks, and 4 three-pointers</strong> to lead the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/brooklyn-nets-t99901" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Brooklyn Nets </strong></a>to a huge win over the<strong> <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/milwaukee-bucks-t100207" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Milwaukee Bucks.</a></strong></p>
<p>According to some of his doubters, his legacy was on the line, so he responded with the best game of his career. Not only did he play <strong>all 48 minutes </strong>but he also got the first-ever 45+ point, 15+ rebound triple-double in playoffs history.</p>
<p>However, as impressive as his performance was, he didn’t even make the cut of the highest-scoring performances in NBA history last night, although he does have a 50-point game in the playoffs. That’s why today, we’re going to let you know who did crack the list, including former greats such as <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/michael-jordan" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Michael Jordan</a> and Wilt Chamberlain.</strong></p>
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<h3>50 Points:</h3>
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<h3>51 Points:</h3>
<p>+ Sam Jones<br> + Ray Allen<br> + Sleepy Floyd<br> + Donovan Mitchell<br> + Russell Westbrook<br> + LeBron James</p>
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<h3>52 Points:</h3>
<p>+ Jerry West<br> + Allen Iverson</p>
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<h3>53 Points:</h3>
<p>+ Wilt Chamberlain<br> + Isaiah Thomas<br> + Jerry West</p>
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<h3>54 Points:</h3>
<p>+ Allen Iverson<br> + John Havlicek<br> + Michael Jordan</p>
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<h3>55 Points:</h3>
<p>+ Damian Lillard<br> + Rick Barry<br> + Michael Jordan (x3)</p>
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<h3>56 Points:</h3>
<p>+ Charles Barkley<br> + Wilt Chamberlain<br> + Michael Jordan</p>
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<h3>57 Points:</h3>
<p>+ Donovan Mitchell</p>
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<h3>61 Points:</h3>
<p>+ Elgin Baylor</p>
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<h3>63 Points:</h3>
<p>+ Michael Jordan</p>
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Kevin Durant and the highest scoring games in NBA playoffs history

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<p><strong>Jamal Murray</strong> and the <a href="https://us.bolavip.com/denver-nuggets-t100211" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Denver Nuggets</strong></a> had a very tough night against the inspired <a href="https://us.bolavip.com/washington-wizards-t94888" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Washington Wizards</strong></a>, losing a very close game with a 112-110 final result. The host team had the chance to win the game in the last seconds but they blew it.</p>
<p>This is ironic knowing that the Nuggets made two teams blow 3-1 leads in the Orlando bubble and now they were the ones missing a big opportunity to win a game that was very winnable, regardless of the Wizards’ current form.</p>
<p>As he drove to the basket, Murray stopped right behind the arc, waiting for teammates or trying to take care of business by himself. Well, he was ready to make a 3-pointer to win the game but was surrounded by defenders. There were three more players besides him but Murray made a late pass to Facundo Campazzo and the Argentinian couldn’t make the shot.</p>
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<h2>Jamal Murray throws massive shade at his teammates after failed game-winning fast-break</h2>
<p>This was a very controversial play that could have been finished in a very different way. He had the chance to attack the rim or set one of his teammates for the 3-pointer or the layup, too. Murray took to Twitter after the game and made one comment that was believed to be a shot at his teammates for standing still instead of helping him out.</p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">This angle.. <a href="https://t.co/VBCpMqTcEZ">pic.twitter.com/VBCpMqTcEZ</a></p>
<p> — Jamal Murray (@BeMore27)    <a href="https://twitter.com/BeMore27/status/1365169672677584901?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 26, 2021</a>   </p></blockquote></div>
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<p>The Denver Nuggets were expected to have a better record at this point in the season but things have been very different for them. Yes, <a href="https://us.bolavip.com/nba/nikola-jokic-and-the-nuggets-break-the-most-incredible-nba-record-20210224-0005.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Nikola Jokic</strong></a> is considered an MVP candidate right now but that alone hasn’t been enough for them to have a better ranking in the Western Conference.</p>
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<p>If they start throwing shade at each other, things will get a lot harder for the Nuggets if they want to reach the playoffs and go as deep as they went last season, playing in the Western Conference Finals.</p>
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Jamal Murray takes massive shot at own teammates after failed last-minute fast-break vs Wizards

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Jamal Murray takes massive shot at own teammates after crazy last minute vs Wizards

<p><strong>The 2K company has revealed its ratings for the <a href="https://us.bolavip.com/nba-2k21-t142792" target="_blank" rel="noopener">NBA 2K21</a> next-gen edition</strong> set to premiere in November. The people behind the game were getting a lot of criticism due to the lack of substantial changes in the new installment of the video game and they recently were under fire for placing unskippable in-game ads.</p>
<p>They apologized for that and now it’s part of the past. Moreover, they got to work to make fans happy and the game is trending now for good reasons. <strong>They just released the ratings of NBA 2K21 next-gen</strong> with some changes following the <a href="https://us.bolavip.com/nba-t19117" target="_blank" rel="noopener">NBA</a> bubble in Orlando, the success of some teams and players and the failures of others.</p>
<p><strong><a href="https://us.bolavip.com/lebron-james-t92259" target="_blank" rel="noopener">LeBron James</a> is once again the best player in the game</strong>, boasting a 98 OVR for the second time in the last three years. He was tied with <a href="https://us.bolavip.com/kawhi-leonard-t141528" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Kawhi Leonard</a> as the best player of NBA 2K20 with a 97 rating but now the throne is just for the King.</p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">�� Still King ��</p>
<p> The No. 1 ranked player in NBA 2K21 is <a href="https://twitter.com/KingJames?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@KingJames</a> at 98 OVR</p>
<p>Agree? <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/2KRatings?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#2KRatings</a> <a href="https://t.co/yMH7Maxdav">pic.twitter.com/yMH7Maxdav</a></p>
<p>— NBA 2K21 (@NBA2K)    <a href="https://twitter.com/NBA2K/status/1319277797827694595?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 22, 2020</a></p></blockquote></div>
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<h2>NBA 2K21 ratings: winners and losers</h2>
<p>LeBron is, without any hesitation, the biggest winner of this list. The King showed during the bubble that he’s still the best player in the league and nobody can take that from him. Another winner is <strong>Jimmy Butler, who led the Miami Heat to the Finals for the first time in six years</strong>, almost single-handedly extending the series to six games. Butler received a 93 overall rating.</p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Jimmy earns a 93 OVR after his unbelievable playoff run</p>
<p> Accurate? <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/2KRatings?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#2KRatings</a> <a href="https://t.co/5kleVGlnsA">pic.twitter.com/5kleVGlnsA</a></p>
<p>— NBA 2K21 (@NBA2K)    <a href="https://twitter.com/NBA2K/status/1319281215917092867?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 22, 2020</a></p></blockquote></div>
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<p><strong>Anthony Davis received a 96 overall, while other stars like <a href="https://us.bolavip.com/luka-doncic-t118703" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Luka Doncic</a> (94) and <a href="https://us.bolavip.com/jayson-tatum-t128989" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Jayson Tatum</a> (90) also saw their rating boosted</strong> for this installment. Zion Williamson had a 2-point upgrade, going from 84 last year to 86 this one.</p>
<p>When we talk about losers, one of the biggest we can find is Paul George of the Los Angeles Clippers, who received an 88 rating this year. Something unexpected was watching Trae Young getting an 88 rating too following a terrific individual season with the Atlanta Hawks where he proved he’s one of the best shooters in the league right now.</p>
<p>Donovan Mitchell, who was terrific in the bubble (especially in the first round with the Utah Jazz) also got an 88 rating, just like Jamal Murray, who got an 87 rating, surprisingly.</p>
<h2>Jayson Tatum, Paul George and Trae Young react to the ratings</h2>
<p>As it happens with other sports, NBA players reacted to their ratings, with some showing their excitement for their overall valuation while others used it as motivation.</p>
<p>Jayson Tatum celebrated his 90 OVR rating expressing his happiness with it, talking about the hard job he puts in to become a better player every season.</p>
<p><em>“I feel good,” Tatum said. <strong>“You set out a goal before the season, and once you accomplish that goal, it feels good</strong>. And now we’re on to the next marker.”</em></p>
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<p> — NBA 2K21 (@NBA2K)    <a href="https://twitter.com/NBA2K/status/1319307068440887296?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 22, 2020</a></p></blockquote></div>
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<p>Paul George talked about his rating following a bad performance in the playoffs, vowing to try to be better next season, which could be his revenge campaign in the NBA.</p>
<p><em><strong>“This is going to be an amazing training going into this next seaso</strong>n. I’m going to predict I’m around a 95. 2K22, I’ll be like a 96,” George predicted.</em></p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Paul George (<a href="https://twitter.com/Yg_Trece?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Yg_Trece</a>) keeps it all the way �� about his 2K21 rating and where he plans to be for 2K22 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/2KRatings?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#2KRatings</a> <a href="https://t.co/3xmU8e69Gl">pic.twitter.com/3xmU8e69Gl</a></p>
<p> — NBA 2K21 (@NBA2K)    <a href="https://twitter.com/NBA2K/status/1319318869375283200?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 22, 2020</a></p></blockquote></div>
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<p>As for Trae Young, the young player reacted with a gif to his rating, showing his discontent with his valuation in the new edition of the video game.</p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">@ 2K ratings every year…���� <a href="https://t.co/smgCNusjj6">pic.twitter.com/smgCNusjj6</a></p>
<p> — Trae Young (@TheTraeYoung)    <a href="https://twitter.com/TheTraeYoung/status/1319328905636040710?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 22, 2020</a></p></blockquote></div>
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<p>Jamal Murray also had something to say about his, even claiming he deserves an 89 rating.</p>
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<p> — NBA 2K21 (@NBA2K)    <a href="https://twitter.com/NBA2K/status/1319288156961714180?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 22, 2020</a></p></blockquote></div>
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<p>This is going to be a topic of discussion always. <strong>Every year at least one player will complain about his rating</strong>. Fans will agree or disagree with them depending on what they saw on the court, but this is something that will continue to happen.</p>
<p>Still, some reactions are hilarious and help ballers to try to become better the next season.</p>
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Jayson Tatum, Paul George and the best reactions to NBA 2K21 ratings

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<p>The <strong><a href="https://us.bolavip.com/denver-nuggets-t100211" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Denver Nuggets</a> </strong>made<a href="https://us.bolavip.com/nba-t19117" target="_blank" rel="noopener"> NBA</a> history last night when they beat the<strong><a href="https://us.bolavip.com/los-angeles-clippers-t96054" target="_blank" rel="noopener"> Los Angeles Clippers</a> </strong>in Game 7 of the Western Conference Semifinals. They became the 13th team to come back from a 3-1 deficit in the history of the playoffs and<strong> the first to do it twice in the same postseason.</strong></p>
<p>The Nuggets were slightly favored in their first-round matchup vs. the <strong>Utah Jazz </strong>but were huge underdogs when they had to face <strong>Kawhi Leonard </strong>and the Clippers. Obviously, they thrive with their backs against the wall and don’t care about your betting odds or predictions.</p>
<p>That’s why, knowing that they’ll once again be big underdogs when they face <strong>LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers, </strong>star guard <strong>Jamal Murray </strong>was pretty straight-forward towards the purple-and-gold ahead of their series.</p>
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<h2>Jamal Murray warns the Los Angeles Lakers ahead of WCF clash</h2>
<p><em><strong>“They gotta worry about us, too,”</strong></em> Murray said after Game 7, while All-Star big man <strong>Nikola Jokic</strong> added that<em>“<strong>We’re not gonna go in there and think about them</strong>. It’s gonna be a long night for us. We just need to go out there with effort, and having fun. It’s simple for us.”</em></p>
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<p>Most of the attention has been focusing on the Clippers and the fact that they blew three straight double-digits leads when it looked like we were poised for a battle of Los Angeles in the <strong>Western Conference Finals.</strong></p>
<p>However,<strong> Mike Malone’s</strong> team deserves a lot of credit for what they’ve done. They were undermanned to start the playoffs and are still missing<strong> Will Barton</strong>, his primary scorer in the second unit.</p>
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<p>Moreover, the fact that they’ve been mentally and physically strong to keep up putting a fight night in and night out despite being on the verge of elimination <strong>is just admirable. </strong>They’re not a fluke or a feel-good story, they’re for real.</p>
<p>Now, they must finish the jobvs. a well-rested Lakers team after back-to-back series of seven games. This team plays like they have nothing to lose and those are the most dangerous kinds of teams<strong>, so yeah, the Lakers should definitely be worried.</strong></p>
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Jamal Murray warns the Los Angeles Lakers ahead of WCF clash

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