Recap ·
October 1, 2026
Nuggets run away from Spurs 119-97
Wilson Paxson had 26 points and 12 rebounds as the Nuggets improved to 2-0.
Wilson Paxson had 26 points and 12 rebounds on 11-of-20 shooting and the Nuggets overwhelmed the Spurs 119-97.
The Nuggets took control in the fourth quarter, outscoring the Spurs 36-18. There were 23 lead changes and 13 ties.
Jamal Murray added 39 points for the Nuggets. Victor Wembanyama led the Spurs with 21 points. Nikola Jokic had a triple-double.
Victor Wembanyama left with a groin strain and is expected to miss seven games.
The Nuggets are 2-0; the Spurs fall to 1-1.