In the season-opening clash, the Denver Nuggets secured a convincing 119-107 victory against the Los Angeles Lakers, and it was evident that fans relished another triumph over the Lakers, following their sweep in the Western Conference Finals. In a light-hearted moment late in the game, the crowd broke into a “Who’s your daddy” chant, sparking a delightful exchange between Jamal Murray and Michael Malone.

Murray, who had a strong performance for the Nuggets with 21 points, 6 assists, and 2 rebounds on 8/13 field goals, couldn’t help but react to the “Who’s your daddy” chant from the fans. He humorously attributed the existence of the chant to Malone, despite Malone not being directly involved in the matter.

The rivalry between the Nuggets and the Lakers in the previous season’s Western Conference Finals was marked by intense competition and ample trash talk. During Denver’s championship parade, Malone was playfully labeled as the Lakers’ “daddy” by Altitude Sports host Vic Lombardi. This caught the attention of Lakers coach Darvin Ham, who expressed his displeasure with Malone being given that moniker.

With the game well in hand, Nuggets fans used the chant to playfully respond to the Lakers’ reaction. Jamal Murray’s reaction, placing the blame on Michael Malone, added a humorous twist to the moment. While the Lakers and Ham may not appreciate the chant, it will be intriguing to see how the rivalry unfolds when they face the Nuggets in their upcoming matchups this season.