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Detroit Pistons vs Denver Nuggets Recap - Nuggets Win 131-114
Jamal Murray went off for 37 points and added 5 rebounds leading Denver to a 131-114 win over Detroit on Sunday at Ball Arena.
Bettors who backed the Nuggets were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -15.5 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go OVER the closing total of 236.0.
Kentavious Caldwell-Pope had 18 points for Denver and Michael Porter Jr. chipped in with 18 points. Nikola Jokic had 16 assists for the Nuggets, while DeAndre Jordan was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 7 boards.
Detroit got 20 points from Jalen Duren in a losing cause and another 18 points from Alec Burks. Killian Hayes contributed 6 assists for the Pistons, while Jalen Duren had 5 rebounds.
The Nuggets hit the break winning 65-57 before taking care of business in the second half.
Denver had a 38-37 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Denver looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Jazz. The Pistons will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Sacramento.