The Denver Nuggets, with a 37-19 record, faced off against the Washington Wizards, standing at 9-46. The Nuggets outperformed their opponents in a decisive victory, finishing the game with a score of 130-110.

DENVER, CO - FEBRUARY 22: Justin Holiday #9 and Jamal Murray #27 of the Denver Nuggets high five during the game against the Washington Wizards on February 22, 2024 at the Ball Arena in Denver, Colorado. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2024 NBAE (Photo by Garrett Ellwood/NBAE via Getty Images)

At Ball Arena in Denver, the home crowd of 19,621 witnessed an impressive display of basketball as the Nuggets took control from the start. The team led for a total of 47 minutes and 41 seconds and did not allow any lead changes or ties throughout the contest. Their dominance was evident as they established a substantial lead that peaked at 28 points.

Offensively, Denver was on fire with an effective field goal percentage of 59 and a true shooting percentage that reached an impressive mark of 60 percent. They shot an outstanding 71 percent from two-point range on their way to scoring a remarkable total of 88 points in the paint. The team's free throw performance was also solid at a rate of 73 percent.

DENVER, CO - FEBRUARY 22: Jordan Poole #13 of the Washington Wizards drives to the basket during the game against the Denver Nuggets on February 22, 2024 at the Ball Arena in Denver, Colorado. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2024 NBAE (Photo by Bart Young/NBAE via Getty Images)

The Nuggets' bench contributed significantly to their success by adding up to half-century-plus-two points to their tally. In terms of ball movement and teamwork, they excelled with four-dozen-plus-one assists while maintaining an assists turnover ratio above two-and-a-half.

Defensively, Denver was just as formidable; they recorded double-digit blocks and steals during the game which contributed to their defensive rating being lower than one point per possession. They were also dominant on both ends of the court when it came to rebounding; pulling down seven-tenths-of-a-hundred rebounds including more than ten offensive boards which led to twenty-one second-chance points.

DENVER, CO - FEBRUARY 22: Tyus Jones #5 of the Washington Wizards dribbles the ball during the game against the Denver Nuggets on February 22, 2024 at the Ball Arena in Denver, Colorado. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2024 NBAE (Photo by Garrett Ellwood/NBAE via Getty Images)

On fast break opportunities, they capitalized efficiently by converting nearly seventy percent into thirty fast break points. This high-paced attack kept Washington on its heels throughout much of the game.

While focusing on Denver's performance is paramount for fans following this article's target audience guidelines – it is worth noting that despite losing by twenty points overall – Washington managed forty-nine bench points along with fourteen steals which reflects some resilience from them despite being outplayed overall.

Looking ahead for fans eager to support their team in future matchups: The next challenge for the Denver Nuggets will be against Portland Trail Blazers at Moda Center located in Portland (OR), USA (zip code:97227). This encounter is scheduled for February twenty-third year two-thousand-twenty-four starting at seven o'clock PM Mountain Time Zone (-08:00). Fans can catch all action live through various broadcast networks including ROOT Sports NW/ROOT Sports NW+ or ALT TV channels depending on preference or location accessibilities.

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