Point guard Jamal Murray returns from knee injury, scores in Nuggets' 142-110 win over Hawks, securing first place in Western Conference playoff race.

Point guard Jamal Murray returns to the Denver Nuggets lineup after missing seven games due to a knee injury. In his first game back, Murray scored 16 points in 21 minutes, contributing to the Nuggets' 142-110 victory over the Atlanta Hawks. With his return, the Nuggets moved into sole possession of first place in the Western Conference playoff race.