It’s been a long road to the top of the NBA for Jamal Murray.
The point guard might be one of the biggest stars on the newly-defending champion Denver Nuggets now, but it took time for him to blossom into a difference maker. And when that happened, Murray tore his ACL, losing the better part of two seasons from his career before he became a key cog in Denver’s first-ever NBA championship.
So, naturally, no one should have been surprised to see Murray immediately reveling at the moment during postgame celebrations in Denver on Monday night. He seemed so especially emotional and appreciative while telling different Nuggets leaders — head coach Mike Malone, owner Stan Kroenke, and of course, his pal Nikola Jokic — how much he loves them.
"i love you"
"you're amazing"
these jamal murray exchanges 🥹 pic.twitter.com/eeQhtKQInh
— Dan Favale (@danfavale) June 13, 2023
Murray’s “tour” here, so to speak, is a perfect lesson for all of us in what we should do in celebratory occasions. When you reach the pinnacle of your professional life, it’s time to bask and tell the folks who helped you how much you love them.
