Denver Nuggets vs Toronto Raptors — 121:115, NBA

The Denver Nuggets held off the Toronto Raptors 121–115, winning by six in an efficient offensive showing. Denver shot 30-of-51 from the field (59.0%) and knocked down 14 three-pointers on 30 attempts, giving them a key edge from beyond the arc in a game where both teams scored well inside the arc. Jamal Murray led all scorers with 31 points to pace the Nuggets, while Nikola Jokic added 22 points as Denver consistently generated quality looks and finished possessions. Tim Hardaway Jr. provided a major scoring lift with 23 points, helping Denver maintain momentum during key stretches and keep Toronto from fully swinging the game. Toronto matched Denver’s efficiency overall—shooting 34-of-55 (62.0%)—and moved the ball effectively with 32 assists. Jakob Poeltl led the Raptors with 23 points, and Brandon Ingram added 19, but Toronto’s 10 made threes on 31 attempts left them trailing in the math battle compared to Denver’s 14 makes. Going forward, the result reinforces Denver’s formula when its perimeter shooting complements its star production and playmaking (26 assists). For Toronto, the offensive execution and passing were positives, but the Raptors will likely look to convert more from three-point range or find other ways to offset opponents who win the long-ball margin in close games.