Nuggets center Nikola Jokic sidelined for game against Celtics due to illness
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Nuggets center Nikola Jokic sidelined for game against Celtics due to illness

Associated Press  

DENVER — Three-time NBA MVP Nikola Jokic was sidelined for Denver’s clash with Jayson Tatum and the Boston Celtics on Tuesday night because of an illness. “He wasn’t feeling great yesterday, and that has only gotten worse today, which is unfortunate,” Nuggets coach Michael Malone said before the game. Malone said it’s difficult to insert another player in Jokic’s place because, “we don’t have another guy averaging 32, 13 and 10,” he said, alluding to Jokic’s points, rebounds and assist totals this season. “He’s such a guy that brings a clear identity,” Celtics coach Joe Mazzulla said of Jokic.

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Jayson Tatum scores 29, Porzingis adds 25 as Celtics hold off depleted Nuggets 118-106
1 day, 4 hours ago

Jayson Tatum scores 29, Porzingis adds 25 as Celtics hold off depleted Nuggets 118-106

Associated Press  

DENVER — Jayson Tatum scored 29 points, Kristaps Porzingis added 25 and the Boston Celtics held off the depleted Denver Nuggets 118-106 on Tuesday night as three-time NBA MVP Nikola Jokic sat out because of an illness. Michael Porter Jr. added 15 points and 10 rebounds as the Nuggets dropped to 10-7 at home. Trailing by as many as 15 …

Boston visits Denver after Jokic’s 46-point outing
3 days, 2 hours ago

Boston visits Denver after Jokic’s 46-point outing

Associated Press  

Boston Celtics vs. Denver Nuggets Denver; Tuesday, 10 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: Denver plays the Boston Celtics after Nikola Jokic scored 46 points in the Denver Nuggets’ 122-111 overtime win over the San Antonio Spurs. Denver ranks fourth in the Western Conference with 34.4 defensive rebounds per game led by Jokic averaging 9.5. LAST 10 GAMES: Nuggets: 6-4, averaging 124.5 …

Nikola Jokic has triple-double as Nuggets roll past Hawks 139-120 for 3rd straight win
1 week ago

Nikola Jokic has triple-double as Nuggets roll past Hawks 139-120 for 3rd straight win

Associated Press  

DENVER — Nikola Jokic had 23 points, 17 rebounds and 15 assists in leading the Denver Nuggets to a 139-120 win over Trae Young and the Atlanta Hawks on Wednesday night. Jamal Murray scored 21 points, while Russell Westbrook added 16 to go with 11 assists as the Nuggets won their third straight game. Young had 30 points and nine …

Nuggets rout Clippers 120-98 despite quiet night from Jokic
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Nuggets rout Clippers 120-98 despite quiet night from Jokic

Associated Press  

DENVER — Jamal Murray scored a game-high 20 points and the Denver Nuggets beat the Los Angeles Clippers 120-98 on Friday night despite a quiet game from Nikola Jokic. Jokic, who scored 56 and 48 points in the last two games, had a season-low two assists and tied season lows with 16 points and seven rebounds. Takeaways Clippers: In the …

Jokic leads the Nuggets to a 122-103 win over the Jazz
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1 month, 1 week ago

Jokic leads the Nuggets to a 122-103 win over the Jazz

Associated Press  

SALT LAKE CITY — Nikola Jokic had 30 points, 10 rebounds and seven assists to lead the Denver Nuggets to a 122-103 victory over the Utah Jazz on Wednesday night. Jokic scored 19 points on 8-of-10 shooting in the first quarter alone to rally Denver from an early 12-point deficit. Jamal Murray added 22 points, eight assists and four steals …

Jokic score 34, Porter adds 24 as Nuggets use strong second half to beat Lakers 127-102
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Jokic score 34, Porter adds 24 as Nuggets use strong second half to beat Lakers 127-102

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — Nikola Jokic scored 34 points and Michael Porter Jr. added 24 as the Denver Nuggets used a strong second half to beat the Los Angeles Lakers 127-102 on Saturday night. Austin Reaves scored 19 points and LeBron James added 18 for the Lakers, who lost consecutive home games after starting the season 7-0 at home. Denver trailed …

New season, same result: Lakers lose to Nuggets after third-quarter collapse
1 month, 2 weeks ago

New season, same result: Lakers lose to Nuggets after third-quarter collapse

LA Times  

Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic puts up a shot in front of Lakers forward Anthony Davis during the first half of the Lakers’ 127-102 loss Saturday at Crypto.com Arena. Lakers guard D’Angelo Russell hits Denver Nuggets guard Julian Strawther in the face as he grabs a rebound in the first half Saturday. But as Anthony Davis slumped after missing a …

Nuggets’ Aaron Gordon to miss extended time due to calf strain: Sources
2 months ago

Nuggets’ Aaron Gordon to miss extended time due to calf strain: Sources

New York Times  

The Denver Nuggets will be without starting power forward Aaron Gordon for multiple weeks due to a calf injury, league sources confirmed to The Athletic. Gordon left Monday’s game against the Toronto Raptors with the injury after playing just four minutes. In seven games this season, Gordon is averaging 15.4 points and 6.7 rebounds per game while hitting 54.5 percent …

Nuggets Dominate Jazz, Clinching First Home Win of Season
2 months ago

Nuggets Dominate Jazz, Clinching First Home Win of Season

Associated Press  

Nikola Jokic led the Denver Nuggets to a 129-103 victory over the Utah Jazz, snapping their six-game losing streak. Jokic scored 27 points, including 18 points in the third quarter, which helped the Nuggets secure the win. The Nuggets dominated the third quarter, outscoring the Jazz 34-19. The Jazz were led by Walker Kessler and Johnny Juzang with 18 and …

Nuggets Add Russell Westbrook to Chase Championship Window
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Nuggets Add Russell Westbrook to Chase Championship Window

Associated Press  

The Denver Nuggets are adding veteran point guard Russell Westbrook to their roster to help fill the void left by Kentavious Caldwell-Pope. The Nuggets believe that Westbrook's experience and shooting ability can add some spark to their offense, even in a backup role. The team also adds Dario Saric, a power forward/center who could provide some much-needed scoring and rebounding. …

Nuggets star Nikola Jokic included on Serbia’s preliminary roster for the Paris Olympics
6 months, 4 weeks ago

Nuggets star Nikola Jokic included on Serbia’s preliminary roster for the Paris Olympics

Associated Press  

BELGRADE, Serbia — Denver Nuggets superstar Nikola Jokic was included on Serbia’s 16-man preliminary roster for the upcoming Paris Olympics on Monday, ending doubts he would skip the basketball tournament. But Jokic ended the current NBA season earlier than expected after last year’s champions were eliminated in the playoffs by the Minnesota Timberwolves. Also on the list announced by Serbia …

Inside the Nuggets team dinner — minus one uninvited player — that might save their season
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Inside the Nuggets team dinner — minus one uninvited player — that might save their season

New York Times  

DENVER — Poor Aaron Gordon. “DJ, y’all going to team dinner?” Gordon asked Nuggets veteran DeAndre Jordan from across the locker room after their 112-97 win in Game 5 at Ball Arena on Tuesday night that gave them three straight wins and the 3-2 series edge. He was the only player who didn’t make it to the dinner in Minneapolis …

How Rudy Gobert, Timberwolves defense got shredded by Nuggets’ Nikola Jokić
7 months, 3 weeks ago

How Rudy Gobert, Timberwolves defense got shredded by Nuggets’ Nikola Jokić

New York Times  

DENVER — Rudy Gobert looked helpless out there. A 16-point third quarter 🃏 35 PTS / 5 REB / 12 AST pic.twitter.com/xIaGX1aeAC — Denver Nuggets May 15, 2024 Jokić put up 40 points on 22 shots, racked up 13 assists and did not turn the ball over once in Denver’s 112-97 victory over the Timberwolves that gave the Nuggets a …

Nikola Jokić reminds us why he keeps winning MVPs as the Nuggets remind us they’re still champs
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Nikola Jokić reminds us why he keeps winning MVPs as the Nuggets remind us they’re still champs

New York Times  

DENVER — There is a classic scene in the classic movie “The Great White Hype” that serves as the perfect metaphor for what the Denver Nuggets are doing to the Minnesota Timberwolves. In the first two games of this series, Minnesota threw the overhand right and knocked the Denver Nuggets woozy. After Tuesday night’s 112-97 win in Game 5 over …

Nuggets need to bring more intensity, and it starts with Nikola Jokić
8 months ago

Nuggets need to bring more intensity, and it starts with Nikola Jokić

New York Times  

DENVER — A few minutes after seeing their season reach a brink nobody could have anticipated, the Denver Nuggets sat in their respective locker room stalls and allowed an overwhelming silence to speak for them. It wasn’t that the Nuggets shot 34.9 percent from the field or had as many turnovers as assists, despite the absence of likely Defensive Player …

Lakers defeat Nuggets to avoid elimination: ‘We’ve given ourselves another life’
8 months, 1 week ago

Lakers defeat Nuggets to avoid elimination: ‘We’ve given ourselves another life’

LA Times  

Lakers forward LeBron James, center, drives to the basket against Nuggets forwards Aaron Gordon, left, and Michael Porter Jr. during the first half of Game 4 on Saturday at Crypto.com Arena. For the first time in this Western Conference playoff series — really for the first time since the end of the 2022 season — the Lakers didn’t fall apart …

For Lakers and Darvin Ham, another blown lead to Nuggets leaves more questions than answers about future
8 months, 2 weeks ago

For Lakers and Darvin Ham, another blown lead to Nuggets leaves more questions than answers about future

New York Times  

LOS ANGELES — As LeBron James took off from the dotted circle and dunked, the crowd roared at decibels that hadn’t been heard at Crypto.com Arena this season. “Got to figure out a way to get one on Saturday to stay alive.” It’s unclear if that’s possible for these Lakers, though. They had guys step up and make plays.” Before …

For Nuggets, the Aaron Gordon trade is the steal that keeps on giving
8 months, 2 weeks ago

For Nuggets, the Aaron Gordon trade is the steal that keeps on giving

New York Times  

LOS ANGELES — The trade that sent the Denver Nuggets to this other dimension as a basketball team was widely lauded at the time. Still, the Nuggets’ deal to acquire Aaron Gordon from the Orlando Magic a little over three years ago has worked out better than imagined. In a Game 3 against the Los Angeles Lakers, a 112-105 Denver …

Lakers fade again in Game 3 loss to Denver, putting their season in peril
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Lakers fade again in Game 3 loss to Denver, putting their season in peril

LA Times  

It’s a colossal climb the Lakers are on, trouble lurking at every step. Lakers forward Anthony Davis tries to block a shot by Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic in the first quarter Thursday. The Nuggets outscored the Lakers by 12 in the third quarter, the game logs looking like they could’ve been Xeroxed from any of the previous 11 meetings …

A tale of two centers: Jokic is trying to stay on top and Embiid is trying to stay on the court
8 months, 2 weeks ago

A tale of two centers: Jokic is trying to stay on top and Embiid is trying to stay on the court

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Nikola Jokic and Joel Embiid are the NBA’s main men in the middle, the two centers combining for the last three MVP awards in the regular season with perhaps another coming soon. “So if he’s able to go, if he thinks he can go, then he for sure will be out there.” Donovan Mitchell had his own …

Nikola Jokic leads NBA champ Denver Nuggets past LeBron James and Lakers 114-103 in playoff opener
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Nikola Jokic leads NBA champ Denver Nuggets past LeBron James and Lakers 114-103 in playoff opener

Associated Press  

DENVER — Unlike their crowd that drowned out the Los Angeles Lakers’ pregame introductions, the defending NBA champion Denver Nuggets were a little late to the playoff party Saturday night. After watching LeBron James score 19 first-half points, capped by a pull-up 3 from 32 feet in the final second that put the Lakers up 60-57, the Nuggets limited the …

Jokic scores 41 points and leads Nuggets past Timberwolves 116-107 to take lead in West
8 months, 4 weeks ago

Jokic scores 41 points and leads Nuggets past Timberwolves 116-107 to take lead in West

Associated Press  

DENVER — Nikola Jokic minimized the matchup between teams tied atop the Western Conference standings, then put on a show for the ages — and for anyone still doubting he’s the best player on the planet. I don’t think anybody in the NBA can guard Nikola 1-on-1.” Jamal Murray added 20 points in 27 minutes and Michael Porter Jr. scored …

Jokic has 26 points, 18 rebounds and 16 assists to lead Nuggets over Cavs, 130-101
9 months, 1 week ago

Jokic has 26 points, 18 rebounds and 16 assists to lead Nuggets over Cavs, 130-101

Associated Press  

DENVER — Nikola Jokic had 26 points, 18 rebounds and 16 assists for his 22nd triple-double of the season, and the Denver Nuggets beat the Cleveland Cavaliers 130-101 on Sunday to clinch a playoff berth. “He wants to compete, to try and help us be in the best position moving forward, but if you take time off it’s going to …

Denver Nuggets point guard Jamal Murray out against Timberwolves, missing 4th straight game
9 months, 1 week ago

Denver Nuggets point guard Jamal Murray out against Timberwolves, missing 4th straight game

Associated Press  

DENVER — Jamal Murray has been ruled out for the Denver Nuggets’ showdown against the Minnesota Timberwolves on Friday night as he continues to deal with a sprained left ankle and a swollen right knee. Coach Michael Malone said Murray was improving but “he’s just not ready to go out there and compete at the level that we need him …

Jokic’s 35 points pace Nuggets in 115-112 win over short-handed Timberwolves after tight finish
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Jokic’s 35 points pace Nuggets in 115-112 win over short-handed Timberwolves after tight finish

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — Nikola Jokic had 35 points and 16 rebounds and Michael Porter Jr. scored 13 of his 26 points in the fourth quarter as the Denver Nuggets fended off the undermanned and undersized Minnesota Timberwolves 115-112 on Tuesday night. “That’s something we really have to get better at.” The Nuggets moved within percentage points of idle Oklahoma City for …

No letdown: Murray, Jokic, Porter Jr. lead Nuggets to 142-121 rout of short-handed Utah Jazz
9 months, 4 weeks ago

No letdown: Murray, Jokic, Porter Jr. lead Nuggets to 142-121 rout of short-handed Utah Jazz

Associated Press  

DENVER — Michael Malone needn’t have worried about his superstar center and a potential letdown when the Denver Nuggets faced the short-handed Utah Jazz. And they’re a championship level team and when a team shoots the ball from the perimeter like that it’s a hard game to win.” With Murray leading the second unit in the fourth quarter, the Nuggets …

The genius of Nikola Jokić and how he and Nuggets make it look easy
10 months, 1 week ago

The genius of Nikola Jokić and how he and Nuggets make it look easy

New York Times  

Nikola Jokić is a genius. Aaron Gordon’s, Jamal Murray’s and the Nuggets’ ability to read and play off Jokić puts them over the top. Jokić sees that the paint is wide open and makes eye contact with Gordon, who slips the screen and receives a perfectly placed behind-the-back pass off the dribble. Against the Portland Trail Blazers, Denver gets Jerami …

Jokic, Nuggets fend off gritty 76ers 111-105 as Embiid sits out for 4th consecutive time in Denver
11 months, 1 week ago

Jokic, Nuggets fend off gritty 76ers 111-105 as Embiid sits out for 4th consecutive time in Denver

Associated Press  

DENVER — This matinee was no marquee, not with one of its co-stars missing again. The Denver Nuggets fended off the gritty, short-handed Philadelphia 76ers 111-105 on Saturday behind 26 points and 16 rebounds from Nikole Jokic, who was again denied his rematch with fellow MVP contender Joel Embiid. Embiid is averaging 36 points and 11.4 rebounds, and Malone said …

In possible NBA Finals preview, Nuggets hand Celtics first home loss of the season
11 months, 2 weeks ago

In possible NBA Finals preview, Nuggets hand Celtics first home loss of the season

New York Times  

BOSTON — The impetus for the biggest win of the season started on the heels of a loss. They didn’t let that repeat itself in a week that included the tragic and sudden passing of Golden State Warriors assistant Dejan Milojević, who coached Nuggets star center Nikola Jokić in Serbia. “The last couple of days, we’ve just been supporting him, …

NBA: Nuggets forward Gordon sidelined with dog bite injuries
1 year ago

NBA: Nuggets forward Gordon sidelined with dog bite injuries

The Hindu  

The Denver Nuggets will be without power forward Aaron Gordon indefinitely as he recovers from dog bite injuries to his face and hand, the NBA team said Wednesday. In a brief statement the Nuggets said Gordon “is in good condition and will remain away from the team while he recovers.” According to the statement he “suffered lacerations to his face …

Nuggets star Nikola Jokic ejected in second quarter against Bulls
1 year ago

Nuggets star Nikola Jokic ejected in second quarter against Bulls

Associated Press  

CHICAGO — Nikola Jokic chose his words carefully. Jokic was ejected in the second quarter of Denver’s 114-106 victory at Chicago on Tuesday for the language he directed toward an official after he felt he was fouled on a layup attempt. I’ve never seen that, when the opposing gym’s been upset that the star player on the other team’s been …

Nuggets’ Nikola Jokić, coach Michael Malone ejected vs. Pistons after complaining to officials
1 year, 1 month ago

Nuggets’ Nikola Jokić, coach Michael Malone ejected vs. Pistons after complaining to officials

New York Times  

Before the matchup between the Pistons and Nuggets could even get to halftime on Monday night, Denver coach Michael Malone and Nikola Jokić were in the locker room. Both the star player and coach were ejected for complaining to officials about a lack of foul calls at various points in the first half of Denver’s 107-103 win. Malone was ejected …

Nuggets start strong thanks to focus on future, not past: ‘No championship hangover’
1 year, 2 months ago

Nuggets start strong thanks to focus on future, not past: ‘No championship hangover’

New York Times  

DENVER — The Denver Nuggets were never demonstrative with the desire to repeat, but they were never subtle about it either. “I think we’re playing a very effective brand of basketball,” Denver head coach Michael Malone said. “We played with more energy, and that’s what I was most happy about.” Because of the talent in the Western Conference, the regular …

Hollinger: It’s Nuggets, Celtics and everyone else, plus NBA In-Season Tournament madness
1 year, 2 months ago

Hollinger: It’s Nuggets, Celtics and everyone else, plus NBA In-Season Tournament madness

New York Times  

DENVER — We interrupt the NBA season for this important news flash: The Denver Nuggets and Boston Celtics are still good. GO DEEPER Nuggets start strong thanks to focus on future, not past: 'No championship hangover' I was in Denver last weekend to watch the Nuggets stomp the Dallas Mavericks and Chicago Bulls, and while the bench faces have changed, …

Nikola Jokic posts 107th career triple-double as Nuggets beat Jazz 110-102 for 4th straight win
1 year, 2 months ago

Nikola Jokic posts 107th career triple-double as Nuggets beat Jazz 110-102 for 4th straight win

Associated Press  

DENVER — Nikola Jokic had 27 points, 11 assists and 10 rebounds for his second triple-double of the season, Jamal Murray added 18 points and 14 assists, and the Denver Nuggets continued their strong start to the season with a 110-102 win over the Utah Jazz on Monday night. “It speaks to his greatness, it speaks to his consistency, night …

NBA: Nuggets celebrates first championship with banner, rings and 119-107 win over Lakers
1 year, 2 months ago

NBA: Nuggets celebrates first championship with banner, rings and 119-107 win over Lakers

The Hindu  

The bling and the banner were nice. What the Denver Nuggets really relished, though, was opening defense of the franchise’s first NBA title with a 119-107 win over the Los Angeles Lakers on Tuesday night. “We can’t think about last year too much,” Jamal Murray said after the Nuggets followed the raising of their championship banner by dropping the hammer …

NBA: Nikola Jokic Dominates Out The Gate As Denver Nuggets Sink LA Lakers in Season Opener
1 year, 2 months ago

NBA: Nikola Jokic Dominates Out The Gate As Denver Nuggets Sink LA Lakers in Season Opener

News 18  

Nikola Jokic delivered a dominant triple-double performance as the Denver Nuggets launched the defense of their NBA championship crown with a season-opening 119-107 victory over LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers on Tuesday. #KiaTipOff23 Jamal Murray: 21 PTS, 6 ASTKCP: 20 PTS, 67% FGLeBron: 21 PTS, 8 REB, 5 AST For more, download the NBA App:… pic.twitter.com/FHdeiUSvXx — NBA …

Lakers’ late rally falls short in season-opening loss to the Nuggets
1 year, 2 months ago

Lakers’ late rally falls short in season-opening loss to the Nuggets

LA Times  

Lakers forwards Anthony Davis, left, and LeBron James try to trap Nuggets center Nikola Jokic during their season-opening game Tuesday night in Denver. When Nuggets coach Mike Malone went on a podcast over the summer and said, “Speaking of the Lakers, I just want you guys to know, this is breaking news, I’m thinking about retiring, so don’t tell anybody,” …

Nuggets continue Lakers dominance in season opener; Nikola Jokić caps ring night with triple-double
1 year, 2 months ago

Nuggets continue Lakers dominance in season opener; Nikola Jokić caps ring night with triple-double

New York Times  

DENVER — A white banner with gold, red and blue trim climbed slowly toward the ceiling on two large cables, while Queen’s victory ballad “We Are the Champions” thundered through Ball Arena loudspeakers Tuesday night. Denver swept the Lakers out of the Western Conference finals in May, the two sides traded barbs all summer and into training camp and at …

Nuggets offseason: Breaking down intrigue and concerns surrounding the champs
1 year, 5 months ago

Nuggets offseason: Breaking down intrigue and concerns surrounding the champs

New York Times  

For the Denver Nuggets, and for most of the NBA, the offseason is over. The good news for Nuggets fans is that, as the playoffs proved, Denver wasn’t just the best team in the NBA last season; the Nuggets were the best team in the NBA by far. Murray and Gordon played the best basketball of their respective careers in …

Nuggets players of past take part in celebrating 1st NBA title in team history
1 year, 6 months ago

Nuggets players of past take part in celebrating 1st NBA title in team history

The Hindu  

Jamal Murray cradled the NBA championship trophy, occasionally rubbing the shiny gold piece of hardware to make sure it was real. This title, the first in the Nuggets’ long ABA/NBA history, of course meant so much to Murray, NBA Finals MVP Nikola Jokic and the rest of the cast. “It’s a great, great city and in many ways, underrated,” said …

Nuggets finally taste NBA glory
1 year, 6 months ago

Nuggets finally taste NBA glory

China Daily  

NBA commissioner Adam Silver presents Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic with the Bill Russell NBA Finals MVP Award following the concluding game of the series at Ball Arena in Denver, Colorado on Monday. Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports Denver ends decades of disappointment to clinch first championship in franchise's 47-year league history DENVER — Confetti flying in Denver. A shift to …

Denver Nuggets take home first NBA title with win over Miami Heat
1 year, 6 months ago

Denver Nuggets take home first NBA title with win over Miami Heat

Al Jazeera  

Serbian Nikola Jokic is named most valuable player of NBA Finals as he scores 28 points and takes 16 rebounds to lead his team to glory. The Denver Nuggets have sealed their first NBA title in franchise history, defeating the Miami Heat 94-89 to end a 47-season wait for a championship. Serbian star Nikola Jokic scored 28 points and took …

Thompson: Welcome to the Nikola Jokić era and the new evolution of the NBA
1 year, 6 months ago

Thompson: Welcome to the Nikola Jokić era and the new evolution of the NBA

New York Times  

DENVER — Kentavious Caldwell-Pope soared in to grab the rebound from Kyle Lowry’s last gasp 3-point attempt Monday night and immediately dribbled to an open space. As the packed crowd of Ball Arena absorbed the awe of Denver’s first-ever NBA championship, Jokić made his way down the Heat’s bench, shaking the hands of his defeated foes. Why these Nuggets are …

Serbia's superstars courting history
1 year, 7 months ago

Serbia's superstars courting history

China Daily  

Novak Djokovic celebrates his quarterfinal victory over Karen Khachanov at the French Open in Paris on Tuesday. A Serbian sweep — at the French Open and in the NBA Finals — would give Djokovic a record-setting 23rd Grand Slam; it would give both Jokic and Denver their first NBA championship. Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic gestures to fans following his …

Nuggets disappear in second half against Heat, suffer first home loss since March 30
1 year, 7 months ago

Nuggets disappear in second half against Heat, suffer first home loss since March 30

Associated Press  

DENVER — Erik Spoelstra bristled at the suggestion the Miami Heat somehow solved Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets by allowing the superstar to score at will while taking away his passing lanes and his penchant to elevate his teammates. “Yeah, that’s ridiculous,” Spoelstra interjected after Miami’s 111-108 win Sunday night sent the series back to Florida tied 1-1 with …

No, the Heat haven’t solved Nikola Jokić, but the Nuggets still have soul-searching to do
1 year, 7 months ago

No, the Heat haven’t solved Nikola Jokić, but the Nuggets still have soul-searching to do

New York Times  

DENVER — Don’t tell Erik Spoelstra that his Heat hit the magic number Sunday night in their bid to slow down the best player in the world. In the Nuggets’ 111-108 loss to the Heat in Game 2 of the NBA Finals, a defeat that tied the series 1-1 as it shifts to Miami, Nikola Jokić scored a game-high 41 …

Heat, Nuggets now say they respect each other. But there was once bad blood
1 year, 7 months ago

Heat, Nuggets now say they respect each other. But there was once bad blood

New York Times  

DENVER – For now, the events of Nov. 8, 2021 are just a footnote to the 2023 NBA Finals. The Nuggets and the Heat are two franchises that were effusive Wednesday about their respect for each other on the eve of Game 1, with Miami coach Erik Spoelstra going so far as to say, “​It’s a mirror image series.” Last …

Quiet man Jokic ready for crowning glory in NBA Finals
1 year, 7 months ago

Quiet man Jokic ready for crowning glory in NBA Finals

The Hindu  

Nikola Jokic can cap an improbable journey to the pinnacle of his sport by leading the Denver Nuggets to a first-ever championship when the NBA Finals get underway on Thursday. “He’s going to go down as one of the all-time great centers to ever touch a basketball,” was Kevin Durant’s verdict on Jokic after the Nuggets eliminated the Phoenix Suns …

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