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Prior to the start of the 2024-25 season, veteran point guard Russell Westbrook was signed by the Denver Nuggets to help pad their bench and provide some additional veteran leadership. Things haven’t entirely gone according to plan, but not in a bad way. Due to on-and-off injuries to Jamal Murray and Aaron Gordon, Westbrook has […]

Nikola Jokic put on a Wilt Chamberlain-like performance against the Sacramento Kings, racking up 35 points on 12-of-19 shooting, 22 rebounds, and 17 assists to secure his fifth consecutive triple-double in the Denver Nuggets’ 132-123 win on Thursday. Nikola Jokic sharing a record with Wilt Chamberlain Nikola Jokic just dropped the SECOND-EVER 35/20/15 game in […]

Be careful, Bo Nix. Nikola Jokic might be gunning for the starting quarterback job after his successful full-court attempt during the Denver Nuggets’ game against the Sacramento Kings on Thursday night. With 1.7 seconds remaining in the third quarter as the Nuggets led 107-85, Jokic received an inbound pass from forward Aaron Gordon and immediately […]

In addition to being one of the best players in the NBA today, Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic is one of the most fascinating athletes. He is soft-spoken and does not exude a flashy personality off the court, but rest assured, the man is by no means boring. He has a penchant for charming analysts […]

The debate over the NBA’s current best big man has a clear winner, according to Shaquille O’Neal. In a recent broadcast of Inside the NBA, the legendary center cut through the endless comparisons and speculation by confidently naming Nikola Jokic as the best big man in the league today. It is not a brand-new sentiment. […]

The NBA season continues, and we have a tilt between the Sacramento Kings and the Denver Nuggets on Thursday. It’s time to continue our NBA odds series with a Kings-Nuggets prediction and pick. In a thrilling Western Conference showdown, the Sacramento Kings travel to Ball Arena to face the Denver Nuggets on Thursday night. The […]

Nikola Jokic has a lot of talent on the basketball court, and apparently, he has some off the court as well. A few days ago, DeAndre Jordan shared on the Run it Back show that Jokic’s favorite song is surprisingly from 50 Cent. “Peyton Watson is our locker room DJ, so anytime Nikola performs a […]

The Denver Nuggets and the Philadelphia 76ers squared off in Denver on Tuesday night in a rivalry game, but one part of the rivalry was missing. 76ers star Joel Embiid missed this game due to his knee injury that he has been managing throughout the season, so Nikola Jokic was the only superstar big man […]

Playing in Denver is one mile-high club that Joel Embiid apparently wants no part of. How else do you explain the fact that he hasn’t played against Nikola Jokić and the Nuggets at Ball Arena the past FIVE seasons?! Nikola Jokic vs Joel Embiid is the definitive big man matchup of this generation, yet for […]

With all the records Nikola Jokic breaks each season, it’s easy to understand why so many people take his talents for granted. In 36 games played this season, he’s averaging career highs in points, assists, steals, minutes, free throw attempts, 3-point attempts, and 3-point percentage. Given how the Denver Nuggets have played this season, the […]

The NBA season continues, and we have a tilt between the Philadelphia 76ers and the Denver Nuggets on Tuesday. It’s time to continue our NBA odds series with a 76ers-Nuggets prediction and pick. The Denver Nuggets host the Philadelphia 76ers on Tuesday night in a compelling matchup featuring contrasting team trajectories. The Nuggets, sitting fourth […]

When the Denver Nuggets won the 2023 NBA championship, Bruce Brown was a big part of that title run. He ended up using that playoff run to earn a bigger contract from the Indiana Pacers. Since his departure, the Nuggets haven’t quite been able to replicate his bench production. And now, as the NBA trade […]

Two of the top teams in the NBA collide on Sunday when the Denver Nuggets (25-16) travel to face the Orlando Magic (23-20). It’s time to continue our NBA odds series with a Nuggets-Magic prediction and pick. While both teams struggle with injuries, the Nuggets have been healthier lately. Nikola Jokic, Aaron Gordon, and Jamal […]

The Denver Nuggets will be facing the Orlando Magic, and it’s uncertain if their star player will be on the court. Nikola Jokic is listed on the injury report with a right elbow sprain, something that he has been dealing with for the past few games, as well as an illness. Jokic continues to show […]

The Denver Nuggets are proving they’re in a prime position to defend their title this season. Led by reigning Finals MVP Nikola Jokić and supported by a strong core, Denver is built for another championship run. Sure, the roster has shown flashes of brilliance. However, it’s clear that a few strategic moves could push this […]

Friday night at the Kaseya Center was a mixed experience for Miami Heat fans. While the team welcomed back All-Star forward Jimmy Butler after his suspension, the Heat were overwhelmed by the Denver Nuggets, suffering a disappointing 133-113 blowout loss. Jimmy Butler, who scored 18 points in the game, had been suspended for seven games […]

MIAMI – With Miami Heat star Jimmy Butler making his return Friday night, the team would lose its third straight to the Denver Nuggets, 133-113. While the Heat are downplaying the drama, there is no doubt that fans and the basketball world alike would watch Butler’s performance closely. It would also be the return of […]

Washington Wizards big man Jonas Valanciunas continues to be a hot name on the rumor mill as the Feb. 6 trade deadline approaches. The Denver Nuggets are one of several Western Conference squads who are interested in the Lithuanian international, via ClutchPoints’ NBA insider Brett Siegel. “Along with having interest in [Toronto Raptors forward Chris] […]

The Nuggets have been red-hot recently entering this matchup, while the Heat have had issues with consistency all season. It’s time to continue our NBA odds series with a Nuggets-Heat prediction and pick. The Nuggets have been red-hot recently, entering this game against the Heat with a 24-16 record and having won five of their […]

The Denver Nuggets received significant news regarding the statuses of their star players Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray heading into Friday night’s matchup with the Miami Heat with tip-off set for 8 p.m. ET. Jokic (right elbow sprain) is slated to be questionable while Murray (left knee inflammation) is probable for the contest, according to […]

The NBA has released the third results from the fan vote for the 2025 NBA All-Star Game, which will be hosted by the Golden State Warriors in San Francisco. Giannis Antetokounmpo, who has led in the voting throughout the first two fan voting returns, is once again sitting at the top of the NBA with […]

Nikola Jokic continues to captivate fans, not just with his MVP-caliber play but with his off-court personality. Known for his laid-back demeanor and love for Serbian folk music, Jokic surprised many with his choice of a favorite American hit. According to teammate DeAndre Jordan, when Jokic steps away from his homeland’s rhythms, his go-to track […]

Every NBA fan knows that Nikola Jokic is one of the top players of this generation, and probably of all time. He has three MVPs to his name and, while he has a play style that looks easy to defend on TV, no team has ever figured him out. Everyone knows Jokic was drafted during […]

On Wednesday night, Russell Westbrook took on a heavier workload than usual for the Denver Nuggets amid Nikola Jokic’s injury. Jokic, of course, is as big of an absence as anyone, and with Jalen Green leading the charge for the Houston Rockets with another hyper-efficient scoring night (34 points on 10-16 shooting from the field), […]

Jamal Murray has had a bit of a slow start to the 2024-25 season, and the national media has started to take notice. Not only have they taken notice, but some have even ‘called out’ the Denver Nuggets point guard. Speaking during the TNT pregame show before the Nuggest 118-99 win over the Dallas Mavericks, […]

These two teams have been red-hot entering this matchup in Denver. The Rockets have been a surprise team all season, while the Nuggets are still one of the best teams in the Western Conference. It’s time to continue our NBA odds series with a prediction and pick for the Rockets vs. Nuggets. The Rockets have […]

After a disappointing playoff exit last season, the Denver Nuggets have been trying to power themselves back into the championship conversation. They are currently at the fourth spot in the Western Conference with a 21-15 win-loss card. Although the Nuggets are doing pretty well, a lot of that has to do with Nikola Jokic’s heavy […]

Denver Nuggets superstar Nikola Jokic, etched his place in NBA history yet again during a dominant 118-99 master class over the Dallas Mavericks on Tuesday. The three-time MVP also delivered a triple-double performance, helping Denver extend their winning streak to four games. Nikola Jokic making more history against the Mavericks Jokic became just the second […]

The Denver Nuggets are hoping to defeat the Dallas Mavericks for a second consecutive game on Tuesday, as they earned a 112-101 victory on Sunday against the Mavs. Kyrie Irving may return from injury on Tuesday, however, which could certainly give the Mavericks a pivotal boost. Meanwhile, the Nuggets have a number of players listed […]

The Denver Nuggets are on the road to take on the Dallas Mavericks Tuesday night. It’s time to continue our NBA odds series with a Nuggets-Mavericks prediction and pick. We will also let you know how to watch the game. Here are the Nuggets-Mavericks NBA odds, courtesy of FanDuel.  NBA Odds: Nuggets-Mavericks Odds Denver Nuggets: […]

Nikola Jokic is still arguably the MVP favorite despite the fact that the Denver Nuggets are not currently a top three seed. Denver is currently fourth in the Western Conference, but Jokic’s incredible season makes it seem likely that he is on track for his fourth NBA MVP Award. However, why wasn’t that the case […]

DALLAS — The Dallas Mavericks were defeated 112-101 by the Denver Nuggets on Sunday afternoon. Dallas was in control for most of the game, but Denver utilized a strong fourth quarter to earn the victory. Russell Westbrook led the Nuggets with 21 points, while Nikola Jokic added 19 points, 18 rebounds and nine assists. Jokic’s […]

While the Denver Nuggets have seeingly gotten back on track, they have done it without Aaron Gordon. The power forward has been out with a calf strain and remains on the injury report ahead of the Nuggets’ Sunday night matchup with the Dallas Mavericks. Currently on a nine-game absence, Gordon is officially questionable to return […]

The Denver Nuggets will travel to the heart of Texas to face the Dallas Mavericks. It will be a battle at American Airlines Arena as we share our NBA odds series and make a Nuggets-Mavericks prediction and pick. The Mavericks lead the head-to-head series 98-93. Ultimately, the Mavs and Nuggets have split two games in Denver […]

On Friday night, the Denver Nuggets hosted the Brooklyn Nets with their star man Nikola Jokic back in action. Jokic had previously missed two straight games due to illness and was listed as questionable ahead of their matchup against the Nets. Despite this, not only did he manage to play the game, he also made […]

After the Denver Nuggets beat the Brooklyn Nets for their second straight win, they look for their third as they face the Dallas Mavericks on Sunday afternoon. As the Nuggets will face the Mavericks without Kyrie Irving, they have some issues of their own as stars Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray are on the injury […]

The Dallas Mavericks will face the Denver Nuggets on Sunday without star guard Kyrie Irving, who remains sidelined with a lumbar back sprain. Head coach Jason Kidd confirmed Irving’s status following Saturday’s practice, marking the fifth consecutive game the 14-year veteran will miss. “He did some shooting, and that was it,” Kidd told The Dallas […]

The Nikola Jokic-Russell Westbrook connection keeps looking better with each game for the Denver Nuggets. For the second time this season, the pair recorded a triple-double in the same game. They are the first pair of teammates to do so in the same game multiple times in a season. The historic feat came against the […]

The Denver Nuggets (21-15) are preparing to wrap up their three-game homestand with a matchup against the Brooklyn Nets (13-24) on Friday night. However, the availability of star center Nikola Jokic remains uncertain. The Nuggets listed Jokic as questionable with an undisclosed illness, which has kept him out of their last two games, including Wednesday’s […]