The Denver Nuggets improved their record to 28-13 after a decisive victory over the Dallas Mavericks, who now stand at 15-26. The game concluded with a score of 118-109 in favor of the Nuggets, showcasing their ability to dominate on both ends of the court.

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First Quarter

The opening quarter saw the Nuggets take an early lead, scoring 29 points compared to the Mavericks' 23. Jamal Murray set the tone for Denver with his impressive shooting accuracy, contributing significantly to his team's early advantage. The Nugs' defense was also on point, limiting Dallas's opportunities and forcing them into tough shots.

Second Quarter

In the second quarter, Denver extended their lead by adding another 34 points while holding Dallas to just 23. Aaron Gordon played a pivotal role during this period, demonstrating his offensive prowess by scoring efficiently and grabbing key rebounds. His efforts helped maintain Denver's momentum as they headed into halftime with a comfortable lead.

Third Quarter

The third quarter saw a resurgence from the Mavs as they scored 32 points against Denver's 25. Despite this push from Big D, Peyton Watson stepped up for the Nugs with crucial baskets that kept them ahead. Watson's performance was instrumental in weathering Dallas’s storm and maintaining control of the game.

Fourth Quarter

In the final quarter, both teams battled fiercely; however, it was Denver who managed to seal their victory by outscoring Dallas once again with a tally of 30-31 in favor of Big D but not enough to close down on overall deficit. Tim Hardaway Jr.'s defensive efforts were notable as he contributed two steals that disrupted key plays from Dallas.

This matchup highlighted several game-changing plays between these two teams and provided fans plenty of excitement throughout each period. For those interested in more details about this encounter or other similar events like it can refer back through our comprehensive coverage including "Denver Nuggets vs Dallas Mavericks recap", "Denver Nuggets vs Dallas Mavericks highlights", "game-changing plays Denver Nuggets vs Dallas Mavericks" among others available online now!

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