Nuggets Ascend to Western Conference Lead with Win Over Hawks

Nikola Jokic's triple-double and Jamal Murray's return fuel Denver's rise to the top.

The Denver Nuggets secured a commanding 142-110 victory over the Atlanta Hawks, propelling them to first place in the Western Conference.
Nikola Jokic led the way with his 25th triple-double of the season, contributing 19 points, 14 rebounds, and 11 assists.
Jamal Murray returned to the Nuggets lineup after missing seven games due to a knee injury, scoring 16 points over 21 minutes.
The victory sets up a critical showdown with the Minnesota Timberwolves, who are just a half-game behind, potentially deciding the top seed in the West.
Denver's impressive performance included sinking 23 3-pointers, with the team shooting over 60% from the field.