Jamal Murray makes history in Nuggets' win over Cavs

Jamal Murray became the first player in NBA history to score 50 points without trying a free throw. Isaiah J. Downing-USA TODAY Sports

Jamal Murray makes history in Nuggets' win over Cavaliers

By Erin Walsh | Last updated Feb 20, 2021 11:08 AM ET

The Denver Nuggets defeated the Cleveland Cavaliers 120-103 on Friday night to move to 16-13 on the season. One player had the best game of his career in the win.

Jamal Murray became the first player in NBA history to score 50 points without trying a free throw. His 50 points were a career-high.

Jamal Murray is the first player in NBA history to drop 50 points without shooting a free throw

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Murray was unaware of the accomplishment before speaking with reporters after the game.

"I was just making my shots," Murray said, according to ESPN. "It's kind of cool to make history. It's a cool stat."

The 23-year-old made 21-of-25 shots, including eight-of-10 three-pointers. He scored 30 points in the second half and had six rebounds and two steals in 38 minutes.

Murray is having a solid season for the Nuggets, averaging a career-high 20.6 points, 4.4 rebounds and 4.4 assists per game while shooting 47.4% from the field and 38.3% from deep.

Nikola Jokic also had a big night for Denver, notching 16 points, 12 rebounds and 10 assists in 33 minutes. The Nuggets will play again on Sunday against the Atlanta Hawks.

Erin Walsh

Erin Walsh is a Boston sports fan through and through. She graduated Summa Cum Laude from Bridgewater State University and currently is in pursuit of her Master's Degree in Journalism from Northeastern University. Follow her on Twitter @ewalsh90

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