Jamal Murray erupted for 39 points and Christian Braun contributed 31 as the Denver Nuggets defeated the Phoenix Suns 127-120 in an NBA Cup matchup on Saturday.
The high-scoring affair showcased Denver's offensive firepower, with Murray and Braun combining for 70 points to lead the Nuggets to victory. The win comes in the NBA's in-season tournament, adding significance to the regular-season contest.
Murray's 39-point performance paced all scorers, while Braun's 31 points provided crucial secondary scoring. The Suns fell short despite the Nuggets allowing 120 points, as Denver's offense proved too potent on the night.
