Jamal Murray woke up feeling under the weather on game day and was listed as questionable just an hour before the tipoff against Oklahoma City Thunder. Despite the uncertainty, the star guard made it clear there was never a doubt he would take the court.

“I was always gonna play,” Murray said after the game, displaying the kind of toughness Denver needs in these high-stakes moments.

Logging 42 minutes, Murray delivered a near triple-double with 25 points, eight rebounds, and seven assists. His relentless energy and clutch scoring were instrumental in keeping the Nuggets’ season alive on their home court, forcing a decisive Game 7.

Jamal Murray’s Leadership

While Murray’s grit and determination stole the spotlight, the Nuggets’ victory was a team effort. Nikola Jokic was dominant as usual, posting 29 points, 14 rebounds, and eight assists, orchestrating Denver’s offense with precision.

Key players Christian Braun and Julian Strawther stepped up at critical moments, providing timely scoring and defensive intensity that helped Denver pull away in the second half.

Interim coach David Adelman praised Murray’s toughness, revealing that there was initially a “high likelihood” he would not play due to his illness. But Murray’s willpower and competitive spirit changed that outlook, inspiring his teammates and energizing the crowd.

What This Win Means for Denver

With the series now tied 3-3, the Nuggets will travel to Oklahoma City for a winner-takes-all Game 7. The Nuggets will rely heavily on Murray’s clutch scoring and playmaking ability once again, hoping he can replicate his heroics and help close out the series.

As the Nuggets gear up for a decisive Game 7, all eyes will be on Murray to see if he can once again carry his team to victory and push Denver to the Western Conference Finals.