Jamal Murray erupts for 38 points in Nuggets loss to Rockets

Fantasy basketball: Murray's 38-point outburst on Monday offered a reminder of his elite scoring upside, but his steady three-category production makes him a…

By Fantasy Roundup Staff · November 10, 2026 · Updated November 10, 2026

Jamal Murray scored 38 points with five threes, two blocks, one steal and one turnover on 14-of-23 shooting and 5-of-5 from the line in 39 minutes as a starter in the Nuggets' 110-100 loss to the Rockets on Monday, November 9. He added two rebounds and two assists in the defeat.

The 38 points represented a season high and sat well above his 24.3 points over his previous 8 games, while the five threes also topped his 3.9 average over that span. Murray ranks 13th overall with a Roundup Score of 90 and is projected for 41.7 fantasy points a game in default points scoring, making him a hold in all formats despite modest assist and rebound totals.

Fantasy impact

Player by player

Jamal Murray

Murray has started all nine games this season and is averaging 25.8 points, 5.1 rebounds, 5.7 assists and 4.0 threes in 36.9 minutes a game. His 25.9 per cent usage rate at 64.4 per cent true shooting underpins strong scoring efficiency, and the 39 minutes on Monday matched his heavy workload. The perfect 5-of-5 mark from the stripe and 14-of-23 from the field lifted his overall line.

In nine-category leagues, Murray delivers top-40 value across points, threes and free-throw percentage, though his counting stats in assists, rebounds and defensive categories remain middling. Points-league managers benefit from his volume scoring and efficiency. Denver has one game remaining this week, on Monday, then no games next week.

What to do

• Keep Murray rostered and in your starting lineup for his elite scoring and three-point volume.

• Monitor his assist and rebound numbers, which remain below league-average starter levels.

• Plan for no Denver games next week and adjust your roster accordingly.

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