The Mile High City is celebrating in full force as the Denver Nuggets announced today that star guard Jamal Murray has signed a multi-year contract extension, ending months of speculation about his future and bringing massive relief to fans across the globe.
The 28-year-old, who was set to become an unrestricted free agent this summer, agreed to a four-year, $180 million deal to remain in Denver — a move that solidifies the team’s core alongside two-time MVP Nikola Jokić.
Nuggets fans erupted on social media moments after the announcement, with hashtags like #MurrayStays and #RunItBack trending within minutes. Outside Ball Arena, a group of supporters even gathered with signs and jerseys, cheering the news they’d been waiting for all season.
“I couldn’t see myself playing anywhere else,” Murray said in a statement released by the team. “Denver is home. We have unfinished business, and I want to bring another championship to this city.”
Murray’s decision to stay puts to rest growing concerns that he might test the free agency market in search of a new opportunity or a larger role. Instead, the high-scoring guard made it clear he believes in the Nuggets’ vision and is ready to help lead the franchise back to title contention.
The extension comes at a crucial time, following a turbulent season that ended in a first-round playoff exit and questions surrounding the coaching staff. But with Murray locked in, fans now have renewed hope that Denver can bounce back stronger next year.
One fan summed up the city’s mood perfectly in a post: “Jokić and Murray are staying. That’s all we need. Let’s ride!”
