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NBA
Thursday, April 2, 2026 • Delta Center
TeamQ1Q2Q3Q4Total
Utah Jazz28263627117
Denver Nuggets39292933130

Team Statistics

StatUtah JazzDenver Nuggets
Field Goals32/5828/52
3-Pointers12/3716/39
Free Throws17/2526/31
Rebounds4453
Assists3230
Steals79
Blocks44
Turnovers1214

Game Recap

The Denver Nuggets outlasted the Utah Jazz 130-117, pulling away late to secure a 13-point win. Denver’s offense was powered by a high-volume perimeter attack, finishing with 16 made three-pointers and edging Utah in overall efficiency (54.0% to 55.0% from the field) while creating extra possessions with a 53-44 rebounding advantage. Jamal Murray led all scorers with 37 points, setting the tone as Denver repeatedly answered Utah runs with timely shot-making. Christian Braun added 18 points and Cameron Johnson chipped in 19, giving the Nuggets multiple scoring options as the game progressed. Denver also moved the ball effectively, totaling 30 assists and consistently generating open looks from the arc. Utah received strong production from Brice Sensabaugh (28 points) and K. Filipowski (25 points), and the Jazz shared the ball well with 32 assists. However, despite solid shooting overall and 12 made threes, Utah couldn’t match Denver’s three-point volume and second-chance opportunities, and the deficit widened as the Nuggets’ perimeter shooting continued to swing momentum. Going forward, Denver can point to balanced scoring, strong rebounding, and three-point output as winning pillars. For Utah, the offensive creation and playmaking were encouraging, but the Jazz will likely focus on tightening up the glass and limiting opponents’ three-point attempts to prevent similar late-game separation.