Denver Nuggets defeat Detroit Pistons 134-119, end 8-game streak

The Denver Nuggets defeated the Detroit Pistons 134-119, ending Detroit's eight-game winning streak. Nikola Jokic led the Nuggets with a triple-double, scoring 23 points, grabbing 17 rebounds, and dishing out 15 assists, marking his 28th triple-double of the season. Jamal Murray contributed significantly with 31 points, while Michael Porter Jr. and Christian Braun added 28 and 23 points, respectively. Despite a competitive first half, where the Pistons trailed by only five at halftime, the Nuggets pulled away in the third quarter with a dominant 27-9 run. The Pistons' starters struggled, being outscored significantly, with Cade Cunningham finishing with just 11 points. This win marks the Nuggets' 11th victory in their last 13 games as they look to maintain momentum in the ongoing season.