Carmelo Anthony had 22 points to lead six Nuggets into double figures as Denver had little trouble offsetting a 25-point haul from Miami guard Dwyane Wade.
The Northwest division-leading Nuggets (14-5) built a 58-42 halftime advantage and sealed the win with a dominant third quarter, where their lead extended to as many as 25 points.
Arron Afflalo had 17 points and J.R. Smith added 16 off the bench as Denver avenged a 96-88 loss to Miami on Nov. 6.
The Nuggets’ team effort helped compensate for Anthony’s 6-for-17 shooting. The NBA’s leading scorer, Anthony has scored at least 20 points in every game this season, the only player in the league to accomplish the feat.
Forward Michael Beasley had 17 points and seven rebounds for the Heat (10-8) who have lost three of their last four.
“It’s no secret what they were doing – sending two guys at me,” Wade said. “I want us to capitalise (when they double team) because I’m a willing passer.
“My team mates have to do a better job of getting me open.”
