Jamal Murray's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A success timeline featuring the most significant achievements of Jamal Murray.

Jamal Murray is a Canadian professional basketball player for the Denver Nuggets. He played college basketball for the Kentucky Wildcats before being drafted seventh overall by the Nuggets in 2016. Murray played a vital role in the Nuggets' 2023 NBA Championship victory, becoming the ninth Canadian to win an NBA title. In 2026, Murray was named an NBA All-Star. He also represents Canada in international basketball.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

1987: Comparison to 1987 NBA Finals

During the 2023 NBA Finals Game 1, Murray and Jokić became the second pair of teammates in NBA history to each put up at least 25 points and 10 assists in an NBA Finals game since Magic Johnson and James Worthy in the 1987 NBA Finals.

2013: Named MVP at Jordan Brand Classic International Game

In 2013, Jamal Murray was named MVP at the Jordan Brand Classic International Game, becoming the second Canadian to win the award.

2015: Named MVP at Nike Hoop Summit

In 2015, Jamal Murray scored a game-high 30 points at the Nike Hoop Summit and was named the MVP.

2015: Named MVP of BioSteel All-Canadian Basketball Game

In 2015, Jamal Murray was named MVP of the BioSteel All-Canadian Basketball Game, which features the top high school players in Canada.

November 13, 2016: Scored career-high 19 points

On November 13, 2016, Jamal Murray scored a then career-high 19 points in a loss to the Portland Trail Blazers.

February 17, 2017: Named MVP of Rising Stars Challenge

On February 17, 2017, Jamal Murray was named MVP of the Rising Stars Challenge after scoring 36 points and 11 assists.

April 7, 2017: Scored career-high 30 points

On April 7, 2017, Jamal Murray scored a career-high 30 points in a win against the New Orleans Pelicans.

November 11, 2017: Scored career-high 32 points

On November 11, 2017, Jamal Murray scored a career-high 32 points in a win over the Orlando Magic.

January 22, 2018: Scored career-high 38 points

On January 22, 2018, Jamal Murray scored a career-high 38 points, including a three-point play in the final minute, as the Nuggets beat the Portland Trail Blazers.

February 1, 2018: Scored 33 points against Oklahoma City Thunder

On February 1, 2018, Jamal Murray had a 33-point effort in a win over the Oklahoma City Thunder.

November 5, 2018: Scored Career-High 48 Points

On November 5, 2018, Jamal Murray scored a career-high 48 points in a 115–107 win over the Boston Celtics.

November 17, 2019: Recorded Season-High 39 Points

On November 17, 2019, Jamal Murray recorded a season-high 39 points and 8 assists, including seven three-pointers, in a 131–114 win over the Memphis Grizzlies.

January 4, 2020: Tied Season-High 39 Points

On January 4, 2020, Jamal Murray tied his season-high 39 points in a 128–114 loss to the Washington Wizards.

February 19, 2021: Scored Career-High 50 Points

On February 19, 2021, Jamal Murray scored a then career–high 50 points in a win over the Cleveland Cavaliers, becoming the first player in NBA history to score 50 points without attempting a free throw.

January 9, 2023: Scored Season-High 34 points

On January 9, 2023, Jamal Murray scored a then-season-high 34 points in a win over the Los Angeles Lakers.

2023: Won First NBA Championship

In 2023, Jamal Murray was a key contributor to the Denver Nuggets' first NBA championship run, becoming the ninth Canadian to win an NBA title.

April 22, 2024: Game-Winning Shot Against Lakers

On April 22, 2024, Jamal Murray hit a buzzer-beating, game-winning shot over Anthony Davis in a 101–99 victory against the Los Angeles Lakers.

January 14, 2025: Scored Season-High 45 Points

On January 14, 2025, Jamal Murray scored a then season-high 45 points (32 points in the first half) in a 118–99 win over the Dallas Mavericks.

December 3, 2025: 52 points and 10 three-pointers in a win against the Indiana Pacers

On December 3, 2025, Jamal Murray scored 52 points and made 10 three-pointers in a 135-120 victory against the Indiana Pacers, joining Aaron Gordon as the only Nuggets players to achieve at least 50 points with at least 10 three-pointers in a single game.