Nuggets Crush Trail Blazers 157-103 in Historic Blowout

Denver sets franchise road scoring record and posts the NBA's highest point total this season.

Feb. 21, 2026 at 6:26am

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The Denver Nuggets routed the Portland Trail Blazers 157-103 on Friday night, setting a franchise record for most points scored on the road and recording the highest point total in the NBA this season. Nikola Jokic led the way for the Nuggets with 32 points, 9 rebounds, and 7 assists in just 29 minutes of play. Jamal Murray added 25 points for Denver, which led by 29 points at halftime and pushed the advantage to as much as 55 in the second half.

Why it matters

The blowout win showcases the Nuggets' offensive firepower and dominance, as they continue to establish themselves as one of the top teams in the Western Conference. For the struggling Trail Blazers, the loss raises questions about the team's direction and ability to compete with the league's elite.

The details

The Nuggets shot an impressive 21-of-41 from 3-point range, led by Jokic's 3-of-4 performance. Denver jumped out to an 82-53 halftime lead and never looked back, pushing the advantage to as much as 55 points in the second half. Jrue Holiday led the Trail Blazers with 19 points, while Deni Avdija recorded a double-double with 15 points, 13 assists, and 7 rebounds.

  • The game was played on Friday, February 20, 2026.

The players

Nikola Jokic

The star center for the Denver Nuggets, who had 32 points, 9 rebounds, and 7 assists in the blowout win.

Jamal Murray

The Nuggets' starting point guard, who scored 25 points in the game.

Jrue Holiday

The leading scorer for the Portland Trail Blazers, with 19 points in the loss.

Deni Avdija

The Trail Blazers' forward, who recorded a double-double with 15 points, 13 assists, and 7 rebounds.

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What they’re saying

“We must have been locked in from the start. To come in here and put up that kind of performance is a testament to the work we've put in.”

— Nikola Jokic

What’s next

The Nuggets will look to build on this dominant win when they host the Golden State Warriors on Sunday. The Trail Blazers, meanwhile, will try to rebound when they travel to face the Phoenix Suns, also on Sunday.

The takeaway

The Nuggets' historic offensive outburst against the Trail Blazers showcases their status as one of the NBA's elite teams and a legitimate championship contender in the Western Conference. For Portland, the lopsided loss raises concerns about the team's ability to compete with the league's top teams and the need for roster improvements to get back into playoff contention.