Denver Nuggets secured a 120-113 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers on Wednesday night, fueled by a dominant performance from Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray. The Nuggets maintained control throughout much of the game, despite a late push from the Lakers, showcasing their strength as contenders in the Western Conference. This win comes amidst a busy night of NBA action, with several other games concluding with notable results.
The game saw Jokic deliver a triple-double with 28 points, 12 rebounds, and 13 assists, even as Murray contributed 28 points and 7 assists. Their combined efforts proved too much for the Lakers to overcome, despite a determined effort to close the gap in the fourth quarter. The Nuggets’ ability to control the pace and capitalize on scoring opportunities ultimately sealed the win.
NBA Scores from Wednesday, March 4, 2026
Wednesday’s NBA schedule featured nine games with a range of outcomes. Here’s a seem at the full scoreboard:
- Magic – Mavericks: 115-114
- Wizards – Jazz: 112-122
- Heat – Nets: 126-110
- Warriors – Rockets: 115-113 (a.p.)
- Wolves – Raptors: 115-107
- Spurs – Pistons: 121-106
- Suns – Bulls: 103-105
- Nuggets – Lakers: 120-113
- Kings – Pelicans: 123-133
Young Debuts with Wizards, Other Key Matchups
In other notable games, Trae Young made his debut for the Washington Wizards, though his efforts weren’t enough to secure a win against the Utah Jazz, who prevailed 122-112. Ace Bailey led the Jazz with 32 points, supported by Kyle Filipowski (20 points, 14 rebounds) and Isaiah Collier (27 points, 11 assists). The Miami Heat dominated the Brooklyn Nets with a 126-110 victory, showcasing a balanced scoring attack with six players contributing over ten points. Michael Porter Jr. Led the Nets with 27 points and 13 rebounds.
The Golden State Warriors edged out the Houston Rockets 115-113 in overtime, with Brandin Podziemski scoring 26 points and 9 rebounds. Kevin Durant added 23 points for the Warriors. The Minnesota Timberwolves defeated the Toronto Raptors 115-107, while the San Antonio Spurs continued their winning streak against the Detroit Pistons, 121-106, with Victor Wembanyama leading the charge. The Chicago Bulls narrowly defeated the Phoenix Suns 105-103, and the New Orleans Pelicans beat the Sacramento Kings 133-123.
Anthony Edwards Highlights the Night
One of the standout moments of the night came from Anthony Edwards, whose impressive play was captured and shared widely on social media.
ANTHONY EDWARDS DAMN 💥💥💥💥
pic.twitter.com/BN5plnwexw
— TrashTalk (@TrashTalk_fr) March 6, 2026
Looking Ahead
The NBA action continues tonight with a packed schedule. The Boston Celtics will face the Dallas Mavericks, the Charlotte Hornets will host the Miami Heat, and the Houston Rockets will take on the Portland Trail Blazers. Other matchups include the Phoenix Suns versus the New Orleans Pelicans, the Denver Nuggets against the New York Knicks, the San Antonio Spurs versus the Los Angeles Clippers, and the Los Angeles Lakers against the Indiana Pacers.
The Nuggets’ win over the Lakers solidifies their position in the Western Conference standings, and fans will be watching closely to see if they can maintain this momentum as the season progresses. The league remains competitive, with several teams vying for playoff contention, promising an exciting finish to the regular season.
What do you think of the Nuggets’ chances this season? Share your thoughts in the comments below!
