It's part of what makes the Nuggets star one of the greatest offensive players in NBA history. He doesn't want to score 50 points. He wants to scare you into thinking he might because his legendary passing can take over a game when you send too much help his way.

Since missing a Feb. 6 matchup against the Orlando Magic, Murray has unlocked his game, averaging a stellar 27.6 points, 5.6 assists, and 1.4 steals while shooting 55.6 percent from deep. While all eyes are on Luka Doncic and the Los Angeles Lakers, Murray has taken over for the Nuggets and has them near the top of the standings.

Two of the best teams in the NBA face off on Sunday afternoon when the Denver Nuggets take the long trip to Massachusetts to take on the Boston Celtics.

The Celtics, playing without Kristaps Porzingis and Jrue Holiday, fought off a comeback attempt by the Denver Nuggets at TD Garden.

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Can these teams scare the Thunder juggernaut? Perhaps not, but the idea of a competitive West final seems much more realistic these days.

The Celtics hunted Jamal Murray on Sunday. Nuggets coach Michael Malone said Murray should almost take it as a sign of disrespect