The Denver Nuggets delivered a powerhouse performance Thursday night, defeating the New York Knicks 113-100 at Ball Arena. Fresh off a four-game road trip, the Nuggets flexed their offensive muscles despite a sluggish defensive start .
Michael Porter Jr. stole the show, hitting 13 of 16 shots for a game-high 31 points. Nikola Jokic added his signature magic with a triple-double, including 20 points before the fourth quarter .
Denver dominated the paint (66-46) and outshot the Knicks 62.3% to 59%, building multiple double-digit leads. But Jalen Brunson’s relentless hustle kept the Knicks within striking distance all night . With this win, the Nuggets extend their momentum as playoff season heats up
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