Jamal Murray's impact leads Nuggets to Game 1 victory over Heat in NBA Finals.

Jamal Murray's 26 points, 10 assists, and six rebounds helped the Denver Nuggets defeat the Miami Heat 104-93 in Game 1 of the NBA Finals. Murray's offensive play has been a major factor in Denver's success this postseason, with 25 points or more in six straight games and 11 times in the Nuggets' 16 playoff games. The Nuggets' offense, led by Murray and Nikola Jokic, overwhelmed the Heat with layers of screens, slips, sprints, handoffs, and high-lows. Miami tightened up in the second half, but Murray's aggressive play and tough defense helped Denver maintain their lead.