Tim Hardaway Jr. explains why the Denver Nuggets are dominating, crediting unselfish play, communication, and defined roles in 17-6 start.

Denver Nuggets guard Tim Hardaway Jr. (10) shoots against the Atlanta Hawks in the third quarter at State Farm Arena.

The Denver Nuggets’ scorching start to the season continued Sunday night with a 115-106 win over the Charlotte Hornets, and while the stat lines from Jamal Murray and Nikola Jokić grabbed headlines, veteran guard Tim Hardaway Jr. offered a deeper look into why Denver has been nearly unstoppable.

Hardaway Jr., who finished with 14 points off the bench, spoke postgame about the team’s mindset and chemistry, elements he believes are fueling the Nuggets’ 17-6 record and historic 10-game road winning streak.

“I guess the unselfishness,” Hardaway Jr. said. “People knowing their role from the jump.”

Denver’s identity was once again on display in Charlotte, where Jamal Murray erupted for 34 points, and Nikola Jokić delivered another near triple-double with 28 points, 11 assists, and nine rebounds.

The Nuggets’ stars set the tone early, but their depth and discipline closed the game, something Hardaway Jr. emphasized separates Denver from other contenders.

The Nuggets’ bench, headlined by Hardaway Jr., has become a quiet weapon during the team’s hot start. His scoring, veteran leadership, and steady composure have helped Denver stay balanced even in high-pressure moments.

Sunday’s win also marked the best 23-game start in franchise history, further solidifying Denver as an early-season powerhouse.

With confidence climbing and chemistry strengthening, the Nuggets look every bit like a team built for a deep postseason push, and they’re doing it with a blueprint Hardaway Jr. says is simple: play for each other.