Nuggets Defeat Clippers 126-103 Despite Injuries

The Denver Nuggets secured a 126-103 victory over the Los Angeles Clippers, led by Jamal Murray's 21 points and Russell Westbrook's 19 points. Both teams were missing key players, with Clippers star Kawhi Leonard absent due to family commitments related to wildfires, and Nuggets center Nikola Jokic sidelined by illness. The Nuggets established control early with a significant 20-3 run in the first quarter and maintained a commanding lead throughout the game. DeAndre Jordan stepped up in Jokic's absence, contributing 12 points and nine rebounds. Clippers' Norman Powell was the standout performer for his team with 30 points, but it wasn't enough to overcome the Nuggets' balanced attack. The win marked the Nuggets' eighth consecutive victory on the second night of back-to-back games this season.