Ten years into the job, coach Michael Malone knows Murray better than anyone. He loves Jamal the way Sean Payton adores the Greenbrier Resort. He provided a window into his confidence in the point guard when asked about his readiness for the season despite dealing with a sore knee.

The Denver Nuggets won their first preseason game on Thursday night, defeating the Minnesota Timberwolves, 132-126. Denver finishes the exhibition stage of the 2024-25 season with a record of 1-4. Julian Strawther paced all scorers with 33 points on 8-of-13 from the field and 5-of-8 behind the three-point line.