The Denver Nuggets secured their first win of the season with a dominant 133-111 performance against the Phoenix Suns, leading wire to wire in their home opener at Ball Arena.
Nikola Jokic achieved his second consecutive triple-double, while all Nuggets starters scored in double figures. The team's bench also played a crucial role, carrying the load when the starters needed rest.
The Denver Nuggets were not going to start their season 0-2.
Jokic set the tone for the game, assisting on the Nuggets' first two buckets, and the team's fresher legs allowed them to build a lead. The Nuggets move to 1-1 on the season with this all-around dominant win.
Author's summary: Nuggets win 133-111 against Suns.