Jamal Murray's playoff explosions take Denver to another level
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- Jamal Murray has averaged 27 points per game in the playoffs since the Bubble. This detailed film breakdown & scouting report breaks down how Murray swung two games against the Lakers in the Western Conference Finals, what exactly makes him so explosive in the playoffs, and how "Playoff Murray" fits so well with Nikola Jokic and the incredible Denver Nuggets offense.
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Murray is the most underrated guard in the league in my opinion.
agreed 100%
Not for long!!!!!
nah. it's definitely derrick white. people underrate murray but people fr don't even know who derrick white is
He won't be next year
Top 5 next year
Ill never forget his 50 piece a couple years ago in Cleveland I’ve never seen anything like it… 21 for 25, no free throws and he wasn’t taking easy shots.. he can go into legit aimbot mode
Love the label “aimbot” it alludes to the deadly offensive weapon he can mutate into 😂
The best analogy I've heard so far
Would love to see a breakdown of Aaron Gordon. He is such a valuable part of the Nuggets. Jamal is a beast
yeah, i think he's part of a trio when being such a big guard, super good athlete
@@LukiPWN AG is ultra versatile, he can create offense, pass, catch & shoot, create his own shots, shoot 3PT, finish through contact, rebound, defend.
@@tropickman yeah but his 3pt aint his best shot though, still gotta be respected though
@@LukiPWN compared to his magic day AG grow in denver is visible
Respected at 32 percent?? Lmao literally nobody is respecting his 3 point shot. The Lakers were literally giving him that shot.
Jamal is a true student of the game and his pairing with Jokic is just magic. While he has all the skills of a top guard in the NBA, his cerebral mentality separates him from many others and explains his playoff success. I remember seeing articles about him while he was in high school where he would be meditating and visualizing the game before it even started. To be that dedicated as a teenager convinced me he was gonna succeed in the NBA. Him and SGA are the pride of Canada Basketball, with many more to come.
I think it was his father trying to give murray mentally ready.
Meditating and visualizing the game before it started? I'm reading a book about it, there is a technique called shadow-boxing. He's my man.
When I knew he was already meditating since young, i knew he was ready for the biggest moments.
His dad had a lot to do with how he plays as well.
His dad getting him to play basketball in the cold winters, definitely one thing I do not miss about Kitchener Ontario
His fluidity is perfect with Jokic, it's why they're the best duo currently, and the crazy part is that they're still getting better.
And their prime is still gonna go for like at least 5 more years if they're healthy
Same with AG and MPJ!
I have never understood the whole “the nuggets aren’t fun to watch” narrative. Personally, the nuggets and, more specifically, Jamal and jokic have damn near ruined nba basketball for me. The nuggets offense is so beautiful and flows so perfectly, with jokic and Jamal’s 2 man game being a work of art that by comparison, other nba team’s offenses look so clunky and forced to where it is almost painful to watch them play on that end.
It's the same shit I heard about the spurs during their dominant years. While my friends were like "meh", I just saw beautiful unselfish basketball
I've felt the same way, but I honestly think its just Jokics playmaking. Offense runs so pure through him that watching other teams is brutal in comparison.
@@kuruptzZz I admit, I was one of those guys that went meh on the Spurs. Though to be fair, the Spurs played damn good basketball but their villains turned me off (Bowen and Horry for example), so I was kinda split rooting for their good guys (Admiral, Timmy, Manu, Steve Kerr).
The key difference back then was, the other teams were also playing some good basketball. I can think of the Champ Pistons, the robbed Kings, Kidd's Nets, Run and Gun Suns, even the Big 3 Celtics and the Big 3 plus Ray Allen Heat. The flood of options made it so that the Spurs' consistency was deemed too low key.
Compare that to today, and every team around the Nuggets have glaring flaws and play clunky . I'd say the team with the closest synergy with Denver are the Kings and Jazz.
@@jeffgumawid7554 I hated the Spur's flopping and other foul draws so much! Fucking Refs!! Love Duncan!
I feel the same thing after watching Jokic for so long, any other so called "superstar" is nothing but a trash on the wind now...
ben your film breakdowns are the best in the business. i genuinely wish you had a larger team so you could put out more of these. as a nuggets fan i have watched hours of murray and jokic. murray is so great even with losing some of his previous explosion and leaping ability since the acl tear.
it's like back in the day saying, yo Sanders. I wish you had a larger kitchen so you could fry more chicken. The quality comes from how much time he spends with each video imo
@BILE yeah but you can also get people who are willing to put as much effort in to it as he does
Bballbreakdown also has rlly good film breakdowns
@@user-sh7fr9wj1h facts I really like Ben's use of advanced stats and analytics tho, combined with really good film breakdowns and really good commentary. Bballbreakdown is nice from a coaching standpoint as he goes more into X's and O's and breaks down more mechanics both are pretty good tho. Hoopvision68 is also a hell of a channel for more coaching based breakdowns, though it's more college focused.
quality over quantity brother.
This is just a masterclass for those who hoop, thanks for the ELITE breakdown.
nothing on youtube is a masterclass
@@nomercyinc6783 That sounds like a comment on your own videos.
Facts
@@nomercyinc6783 hush it up you broke troll, this is definitely a masterclass..
@@nomercyinc6783 Corporate Mentality
Organic offense like the nuggets and the warriors is so fucking sexy. Out of one action, there is so much potential options they can create.
Old heads complain about offensive numbers rising but they never ask why they are rising. the skill level is just reaching insane heights
the floor is more spaced out
@@lgreenbey6392 ...because the skill level has risen. More people being able to make shots from further and further away means it's the natural progression of defense to space out more
it’s hilarious how much ass the Nuggets are kicking in the playoffs😅
@@foshizzlepot But because of the more optimal spacing it has encouraged players in the last 10-15 years to be more saavy with the 3-ball shot and attack defenses via the outside. Its another topic but keep in mind the NBA got a significant balance patch in 79-80' with the addition of the 3-point line. Nobody was really taking advantage of it in the 80s. There has been some advancements of play with it in the 90s and parts of 2000s but the game was still played inside out and defenses didn't have to adapt to more lateral movement. When teams like the Warriors in the 2010s became the realization of that spacing with shooting, it stressed the defense at a lateral movement that was difficult to adapt to. If anything the defenses were boned even further because the offense dictated the game plan but can pull defenses out of position further. It is also why skillsets like playmaking and shooting bigs have also become a reality.
I mean, sure. Along with all kinds of changes you magically just ignored. Lmao
“You do not wanna be guarding this guy when he starts talking to him self” 😂😂 so true. 🔥
What's great about the Nuggets offense is that they let you pick a poison they can kill you with.
and the whole premise is that basically Jokic and Murray are the same guy that can do it all
-Guard Murray, and Jokic will do it all
-Guard Jokic, and Murray will do it all
-Guard both of them and they can somehow make ridiculous shots
-Guard both of them, and they can somehow find an open Gordon, MPJ Brown or KCP
-Guard all of them, and they'll manipulate you off screen, off dribble and off balance
-Guard none of them, and.... well you know the rest
Gm did great job..all 5 starters are threats
Great synopsis
Thats the reason why none of the teams in the east can match up Denver. Its already a wrap.
@@slnb413 It's the truth. The only team I remember that was more impossible to guard was the Warriors with Durant. Denver is almost that unstoppable and it don't require 4-5 HOF players. Lol
@@Greenfrom3It's because of Jokić, his mentality and unselfishness allows everyone to play with confidence! Nikola makes everyone around him better 💯
I think this is the first piece I’ve seen that really does Jamal justice. Jokic is finally getting the respect he deserves, but now they’re starting to talk about some of the other players like they’re simply products of Jokic’s eliteness. You cannot tell me this team would be this dominant with any average 2-guard in Murray’s place.
Muray is definitely elite, but the key is that him and Jokic know each other so well. They have been growing together basically from the start.
Well we've all seen the nuggets get bounced when murray was injured. Now people are starting to appreciate him
Why average?? Lmao you know joker is that much better
We also saw loses that happened because Murry tried too hard. It's all about a team effort. Jokic's leadership is successful.
Ye it's like how nobody talks about Pippen because Jordan took all his thunder. Nobody's ever won an nba basketball game playing 1 on 5 you need a whole team.
The only other guards able to average 30 points on better than 50/40/90 splits that I can think of are Kyrie and Steph. That’s how well Murray is playing
Booker too.
Murray is the real MVP and future GOAT.
Dame prolly in that conversation too
@@udishomer5852 against kawhiless clippers and pgless
@@firstnamelastname1566 imo Murray was the 2nd best player entire playoffs in the west
I've been so impressed with Murray's fadeaways. Some of them have been downright outrageous, requiring incredible upper body strength. I've just had to shake my head in disbelief.
That bag is open ocean deep. Most players are prolific scorers cos you can’t stop them getting to their spots. Others are prolific because they can make any spot is “their” spot.
As a lakers fan I’m in awe at how this dude tore us apart in pivotal moments. Looking like 2016 curry’s bigger/stronger brother.
They’re called Murray Flurry’s! And we also have Porter Quarters.
Loved the breakdown, his first playoff explosion was actually the fourth quarter of game 2 against the Spurs in 2019. 21 points on 9 shots.
Honestly, he found a balance between 3s and mid range that Devin Booker should model, Booker got too addicted to the mid range game and forgot that 3 is more than 2, specially considering how gifted he is a shooter.
Murray is able to balance the amount of 3s and mid range shots he takes in a way that makes him unstoppable when he is on fire
facts
Murray has jokic booker does not
@@xavierb9061 if booker has joker to pick and roll with, how many points will he average?
Murray is too hot and cold, Booker cannot afford to be cold cause even with KD on the team he is the no. 1 scoring option for his team.
@@xavierb9061 Booker have only "point god" and so-called best player in the league.We saw in the video that Murray create for himself too, spare us excuses
Funny you mention Bruce Lee. Him and his father are huge fans of Bruce Lee and based their drills around his philosophy. It’s nice that you can see that in his game as well.
Murray moves like Curry offball and his synergy with Jokic is similar to Curry's synergy with Green. Curry is also one of Murray's top 5 NBA players in history so the influence can be clearly seen
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Except Green doesn’t have the lethal rebounding and the shot Jokic has.
@@catherinelynnfraser2001 he also doesn't have 2 mvps lmao
I've been saying for weeks now, Murray is the most slept on player in the league
I have said that for the last 2 years ever since he lit up the bubble playoffs
He's well rated to me. With a combo guard his size you want to see him finish inside and get more FTAs to compliment his really high FT%. He'd easily go over 25ppg and probably be a fringe top 11-13 player. Since 2020 and a lil earlier however, I knew he was a big impact for the Nuggets to win in the playoffs besides Jokic's godly consistency.
jokic passing and screening paired with murray shot making and off ball movement makes them a match made in heaven
His ability to meditate and get in the zone cannot be overlooked. Having that control over his mind due to training from his father is invaluable. I love watching him play because it looks so textbook. From the way he shoots to the way he gets his looks. He's also go pretty large hands so he can palm and manipulate the ball with confidence. Safe to say I'm a big fan.
I have learned so much about basketball from your videos that I never had any CLUE about before. Your content has literally made me see this game in a new light and given me a greater appreciation for everything that goes into it. Thank you, and keep it up!
Watching him emphasize Murray's movement, makes me think of how unstoppable a Jokic-Curry link up would be.
Sure. Curry can come over and be our backup guard. 🤝
The Nuggets are so much fun to watch I can’t believe people don’t like them
His game is so damn smooth. Few things are as fun to watch as a player like him catch fire
It’s called a Murray Flurry
He's slowly becoming one of my favorite players, his playoff performances are just masterful, at times looking like the best player on his team
He and Jokic are so very watchable. I think these two are so dynamic it makes their game so beautiful
Jokic does not even need to score to be the best player on the floor, and he always comes up big in important moments. That is what Jemal needs to do as well and that is what he figured out to do, impact the game even when you are not scoring.
Dude I love Murray so much! I remember back in 2020 watching him play quite a good player for nuggets
Murray is LITERALLY the PERFECT fit for The Joker
3:50 "He goes off one leg, dirk nowitzki style" It's so true. That's the "sombor shuffle", murray is showing jokic that he can do jokic's move haha
I LOVE Jamal Murray. The only way I can describe him is hardcore.
Just like the bj video?
another would be sloppy toppy
Lmao😂
Jamal Murray reminds me of Deron Williams, got the size of a point guard, has a shot making ability, good passer and can move without the ball. And also there's a glimpse of Brandon Roy on him when he's on a scoring spree.
bro he’s out scoring all of those dudes easily.
he’s literally MJ in the playoffs
I like the Brandon roy comparison. I feel like Murray is more athletic than Deron but is still pg with sg size that can pretty much do it all . its a shame we didn't get to see more of roy. Sometimes the nuggets remind me of roy and Aldridge on steroids.
Casuals...
D-Will had MUCH better court vision. But yeah he had the ideal point guard body (6'3" 215) to also drive, take the contact and score. They are a lot more rare nowadays than your typical skinnier 6'3" 185lb hyper athlete scoring guards who can play above the rim.
@@t4d0W Agree on this, the prime D-Will is such a monster. Lakers had problems with the Jazz in the early 2010's but still Kobe and Pau are masterclass.
absolutely love this guy
what a comeback story, just amazing ❤
Jamal has been incredibly good at creating separation since that first '18-19 playoff run, he gets so many good looks off his footwork and handles being elite. Combine that with Jokic pick and roll, and tough shot making when it matters the most, dude is a special talent. Glad people are starting to understand how great he is.
They’re called “Murray Flurries,” my dude ❄️
So basically, Curry Jokic would literally be unstoppable
Murray Jokic is already unstoppable. Replacing him with Curry would be Shaq-Kobe 2, Electric Boogaloo
When warriors beat denver last year, they should beg jokic to hop on the bus smh....
@@monke-mk5cause they definitely need the size
@@antoniotrivelloni8191 yea that would be the ultimate shaq-kobe pairing for the modern era. Not that fraud embiid-harden pairing that led to failure after failure.
Just stop it, don't make us dream 😂
Thank you my man, you got no idea how long I've been waiting for an intellectual breakdown of these guys since no one else seems to be willing to do it.
Murray has said he studies Michael Jordan and you can definitely see it in his game. His footwork is excellent, great pivot moves, good at getting to his spots in the mid-range and shooting on the move. He gets into his shot in so many different ways. He's the goods.
Excellent analysis! Murray been bringing some next level energy in PO, especially during the WCF!
And CRUCIAL defensive plays, and there were quite a few.
Blue Arrow
I didn't realize he's never been an all-star. That's insane
Jokic + prime (or probably current) Curry would be *hilarious*
that game 4 against the lakers is the definition of "i've your back, you've got mine" from both joker and murray. murray was hot the first 3 quarters, which kept them in the game and jokic got into a litte bit of foul trouble. but then joker led them home.
That was game 3.
Game 2 was the other way around.
And game 4 they both killed it.
Watching Murray live brings a new appreciation for his finishing. It's probably the least talked about part of his game but his touch around the basket is as good as anyone in the NBA. Genuinely. You see it on TV but watching it up close that was the thing -- not Jokic, not MPJ, not Murray's shot making -- that stuck out. I was like, "Oh, wow. He's actually a lot better than I thought." It really popped how much better he was playing angles off the glass than other guys and the difficulty level.
About fucking time this guy starts getting some recognition
I like how you include plays that don't finish good at the end if it shows your point. Great job!
Denver is a deep team lead by their two (Jokic and Murray) elite play-off performers. They will win the chip in 7 no matter who wins the East.
Nah.
Nuggets in a close 5
@@jeffgumawid7554 That's even better!
His game perfectly translates to the playoffs. Think Khris Middleton on the Bucks, but with more speed, athleticism, & consistency. He's an incredible shot creator who can create off ball.
But with more this this and that… So not Khris Middleton then. Middleton is trash btw not even close to Murray. More of a 3rd option.
@@CCXwskiii nah Middleton was cooking, bruh had 40 in the finals 2021, that knee injury hampered him tho
@Houston Plexas Khris Middleton averaged 24 6 5 on 47% Shooting in the 2021 Finals. And he played very well outside of Game 2, 3.
@@thomassankara1391lol dude bad comparison imagine comparing a real Hooper like Jamal Murray to a casual like khris Middleton lol Jamal Murray plays like a Young Ray Allen and Jamal Murray is carrying jokic he could win Finals mvp and bucks only won in 2021 becase giannis inured kyrie
@@thomassankara1391khris Middleton has never been as athletic as Jamal Murray what a insult to Murray
murray and jokic are such an entertaining combination of players. their pick and roll game is completely filthy
Love your videos man! Would love to see one on the growth and improvement of MPJ
Jamal Murray's name does not come up enough among NBA fans. Dude is terrifying, especially in combination with Jokic.
"How did every team get a Steph Curry but this one?!?!
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Man I look forward to every single one of your videos. You do an amazing job of educating people on the game I feel like I learn something new from every single one of your videos and it makes me appreciate the support so much more.
I don't know if it was intentional, but Murray has mentioned in the past that Bruce Lee is an idol of his, and I would bet "moving like water" is something he is aware of and tries to incorporate into his game. Great video, as always.
He just did this again. 3/16 entering the fourth quarter, then went 6/8 in the fourth and the buzzer beater winner over AD
The man deserves to be an all star
an all NBA player who has not been an all star
Jamal Murray has such a spectacular handle!! But little did his opponents know that he can also catch fire that is hotter than a burning candle!! Jamal’s all around, talented style of play against opposing teams is so evident, he makes his defenders look incompetent!!! Whenever Jamal finds his rhythm from deep, he’ll put his defenders to sleep!! Jamal Murray also has a shifty crossover that is craftier than any other sniper and can strike opponents quicker than an angry viper!! Murray will simply Heat check triple after triple, until the defenders wear themselves out seeing the Basketball nets ripple!! Whenever opposing teams try to disrupt Jamal’s destiny for success, he’ll expose their defensive game plan like a Psychopath Possessed! Defenders can do all they want trying to get into Jamal Murray’s way!! But it looks like Jamal’s mental toughness and fortitude to go all the way, completely gave his opponents a backbreaking delay!!! He’ll crosswalk his defenders and get on a roll, Proving why his opposing guards are just too slow!! Murray’s relentless speed can put down his opposing teams’ backs against their own shadow!!! Jamal’s high IQ of playmaking and shot selection will simply ice the game with a little bit of frost, making the other teams feel clueless and lost!! He has a need for lighting quick dribbling speed, by fooling and schooling his defenders until they become too demoralized to proceed!! Jamal Murray has the mindset to lead his team to the thrill of victory, while driving his opposing teams into their misery!!!! When other teams helplessly see Jamal Murray Bury Cold-Blooded Daggers at the expense of their own sorrow, they’ll soon realize it wasn’t a coincidence as to why people call this man
“THE BLUE ARROW”!🔥🔥
Ok but he hard, but u dick ridnnnnnnn
I’m not gonna read allat
Competent poetry praising an even more competent basketball poet on the floor 🔥
His handle is good but its not overall elite. It's everything else that he does that's elite: footwork, scoring at all 3 levels, extremely good shooting, finishing with both hands, going left, thing right. It doesn't matter
Chat GPT aa comment boy 😂
I wish we lived in a world in which people who enjoy basketball cared more about the games rather than narratives, if mainstream sports analysis was like this it would be amazing, they're too concerned with "entertainment"
Murray is exploding. This game is so easy and simple when you have Jokic.
Legend has it, D Lo is still practicing his shots on Floor
Fantastic analysis / editing!! 💯💯
Jamal "The Adjustment" Murray will go off at any time. Dudes a walking nuclear reactor with how hot he can get.
Murray doesn't get enough credit with how well the Nuggets are doing. I hope he gets more recognition moving forward
This phenomenon really started in Game 2 of his first playoff series against the spurs. It's just continued from there
Murray grew up playing hockey, so his watery spinning gliding flow, is a natural result of the independence of movement and RYTHM between lower body and upper body. He can have his hips and legs doing something completely different RYTHM and direction than his shoulders, head and hands.
His in-possession adaptability and even in-shot adjustability are off the charts.
His legs are almost always stronger and more rotationally able than his defenders’
His hockey experience also developed a superior sense of visual-spatial judgement for seeking space and the potential usage of that space.
He’s such a different player, but it’s hard for many to see the stuff other than what just looks “jordanesque”, which is already great in and of itself.
Hopefully, this first chip, will give him the confidence his unique combination of talents deserves.
Dude Murray Three point shots are ELITE!!
What I find so crazy about these guys is that it's like they saw Jokic show them what kind of insane passes are possible and everyone one of them picked it up in a heartbeat. Like the ball movement on this entire team is second to none.
These videos are dope asf!!! Your commentary for these are awesome!! Clean and clear, and your breakdowns are lit!!
As a lakers fan this hurts my soul deeply, but Jamal is truly incredible
Congratulations! This channel has by far the best basketball analysis, and I can't wait for the next video.
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Murray is an explosive shooter, but his best quality is his footwork. He's likely the best guard in the league in the paint, and can get around most guys just because he learned the footwork to be elite.
I am sure Kobe would have loved watching his student Murray coming into his game, Kobe had a great appreciation for foreign players and guards like himself who worked their tails off to get to be a star in the NBA. I hope Jamal keeps growing as a player, him and Jokic could have an all time great duo for 15+ years if they want to.
Jamal and Jokic are hard to not like
You always have the best breakdowns fr
I was waiting for this video from you, thanks!
There really is so much Kobe in his offensive game. The way his jump shot looks, his midrange post game, it’s beautiful to see.
Murray reminds me of Ray Allen with how springy he is. Always bouncing in every direction and has a killer first step.
perfect duo and great video!
I just want to say that you have the best analysis of the game in this youtube platform.
I seriously hope Denver win the championship this year. What a team ❤
Murray has a FILTHY stepback
Jamal Murray has one of the deepest bags in the league.
I always felt like Murray's game reminded me of Kobe's in so many ways, the fluidity and footwork, the fadeaway jumpers, etc and it's funny you make the comparison to Jordan a few times in this vid. You can definitely see the through line.
Murray is more of an allstar than 1/2 of this years allstars.
Since 2000, players with multiple 20 point 4th quarter performances in the playoffs:
Jamal Murray - 4
Allen Iverson - 2
That's the list
"you don't want to be guarding this guy when he starts talking to himself" :) :) :)
Jamal's been my favorite PG to watch ever since the Jazz series in 2020
Fantastic breakdown
Lol... I love that line at 10:50 '...and you do NOT want to be guarding this guy when he starts talking to himself...'
Him and jokic play so well together it’s really a perfect combo he’s super slept on. Him and Brunson are both all stars
They were such an underrated duo. Glad they're showing how good they are in the playoffs.
He looks so smooth out there. I remember when i followed hs basketball when i was also in hs. This guy showed out and was the top scorer in a top prospects game, outscoring all the top 10 or so recruits. Always been underrated since back then
Love watching Jamal play. I feel bad that he got hurt just as he was starting to become a true star, but its amazing seeing that he didnt lose that grit or ability to just explode in high pressure scenarios. Hes gotta be an all star next year!!
Jamal Murray is the real deal. People better put some respect on his name!
Said it before ill say it again , murray would be considered a top 15 talent if he didnt get injured , mans is the true definition of a #2 that can up the ante in the playoffs and take on that HIM role if warranted 💯💯🎯
The one thing I like the most about The Nuggets is their whole roster are unselfish, and let the guy who's hot cook. Jokic takes half or more of the playmaking so Jamal can focus more on scoring eventhough he's the point guard.
Your videos are great thanks.
also Jokic and Murray has been playing together for 8 years.. which core other than the Warriors trio has played together that long
Giannis-Middleton, Celtics roster
From the bubble to the championship W, Jamal Murray is one of the greatest scorers of this gen.