The Nuggets won twice on Monday: on the scoreboard and in the minutes column of their box score.

Relying on depth to take the edge off starters who’ve encountered minor injuries early this season, Denver held off the Sacramento Kings at Ball Arena for a 130-124 win. Nikola Jokic recorded 34 points, seven rebounds, 14 assists and three steals in his most aggressive game of the season so far as a scorer to lead Denver.

Jamal Murray played perhaps his weakest game yet, but he still contributed 15 points, seven boards and seven assists. Dealing with calf tightness, he also took a critical charge with a minute to go and Denver protecting an eight-point lead. He played only 32 minutes.

Aaron Gordon and Christian Braun both scored 20 or more in fewer than 32 minutes. The Nuggets (4-2) nev

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