Murray scores 30 points, Jokic has another triple-double to help Nuggets roll past Butler and Heat

Denver Nuggets forward Michael Porter Jr. (1) passes the ball as Miami Heat guard Tyler Herro, left, defends during the first half of an NBA basketball game, Friday, Jan. 17, 2025, in Miami.

Denver Nuggets forward Michael Porter Jr. (1) passes the ball as Miami Heat guard Tyler Herro, left, defends during the first half of an NBA basketball game, Friday, Jan. 17, 2025, in Miami. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)


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MIAMI — Jamal Murray scored 30 points, Nikola Jokic extended his NBA lead with his 17th triple-double of the season and the Denver Nuggets spoiled Jimmy Butler's return by beating the Miami Heat 133-113 on Friday night. Jokic finished with 24 points, 12 rebounds and 10 assists. Aaron Gordon added 16 for Denver. Tyler Herro scored 22 points for Miami, while Butler had 18 in his first game back from a seven-game suspension. Bam Adebayo finished with 16 points and 11 rebounds, and Nikola Jovic scored 16 points for the Heat.

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