NBA All-Star Game: Giannis and Jokic lead voting, LeBron James well behind
5 days, 22 hours ago

NBA All-Star Game: Giannis and Jokic lead voting, LeBron James well behind

The Hindu  

Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo and Denver Nuggets centre Nikola Jokic set the pace in the first fan voting returns for next month’s NBA All-Star Game, the league announced Thursday. MORE FROM NBA 2024-25 ROUNDUP: Steph Curry, LeBron James guide respective teams to wins Greek star Antetokounmpo paced the overall balloting first report with 1,710,630 votes to lead Eastern Conference frontcourt talent, followed by Boston’s Jayson Tatum on 1,385,851 and New York’s Karl-Anthony Towns on 1,099,966 with Orlando’s Paolo Banchero a distant fourth on 484,096. Three of the top five overall vote-getters led balloting for Western Conference forwards with Serbian center Jokic atop the list. Three of the top five overall vote-getters led balloting for Western Conference forwards with Serbian centre Jokic atop the list at 1,422,121 followed by Phoenix’s Kevin Durant on 1,268,799 and LeBron James in third on 1,167,661.

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Boston visits Denver after Jokic’s 46-point outing
3 days, 1 hour 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 …

Jokic overcomes slow start for triple-double in the Nuggets’ 132-129 OT win over the Pelicans
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2 weeks, 3 days ago

Jokic overcomes slow start for triple-double in the Nuggets’ 132-129 OT win over the Pelicans

Associated Press  

NEW ORLEANS — Nikola Jokic overcame a slow scoring start for his ninth triple-double of the season, finishing with 27 points, 13 rebounds and 10 assists in the Denver Nuggets’ 132-129 overtime victory over the New Orleans Pelicans on Sunday night. The Pelicans led 107-98 with 7:50 left in regulation, but Jokic scored seven points in a 15-2 Denver run …

NBA 2024-25 roundup: Rockets edge Thunder in battle of top 2 West teams
1 month ago

NBA 2024-25 roundup: Rockets edge Thunder in battle of top 2 West teams

The Hindu  

Fred VanVleet scored a game-high 38 points and Dillon Brooks nailed a midrange jumper to beat the shot clock and give Houston the lead for good as the host Rockets eked out a 119-116 win over the Oklahoma City Thunder on Sunday in a matchup between the top two seeds in the Western Conference. Clippers 126, Nuggets 122 James Harden …

Dončić and Thompson ignite Mavericks' offense, overwhelm Spurs in thrilling debut
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Dončić and Thompson ignite Mavericks' offense, overwhelm Spurs in thrilling debut

CNN  

Luka Dončić and Klay Thompson led the Dallas Mavericks to a 120-106 victory over the San Antonio Spurs in the latest edition of the I-35 Rivalry. Dončić missed the entire preseason with a calf injury, but the Slovenian superstar and the four-time NBA champion already looked like they have plenty of chemistry.

NBA 2024-25 futures odds: Celtics, Thunder, Knicks are favorites; Luka Doncic, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander top MVP board
2 months, 2 weeks ago

NBA 2024-25 futures odds: Celtics, Thunder, Knicks are favorites; Luka Doncic, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander top MVP board

New York Times  

Predicting NBA champions is difficult this decade, thanks to the end of the superteam era. A busy offseason saw many of the league’s top contenders make splashy moves in an attempt to stay in the mix — including the stunning New York Knicks and Minnesota Timberwolves trade on the eve of training camp. NBA Finals winner odds For the second …

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 …

NBA 2023-24: Nikola Jokic, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander headline All-NBA First Team
7 months, 2 weeks ago

NBA 2023-24: Nikola Jokic, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander headline All-NBA First Team

The Hindu  

Just two weeks after being named MVP for the third time in five years, Denver Nuggets star big man Nikola Jokic added to his resume on Wednesday night by landing on the All-NBA First Team for the fourth time in his career. Dallas Mavericks guard Luka Doncic, Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo and Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum joined Jokic …

James extends his All-NBA appearance record, while Doncic, Gilgeous-Alexander set for supermax deals
7 months, 2 weeks ago

James extends his All-NBA appearance record, while Doncic, Gilgeous-Alexander set for supermax deals

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — LeBron James is now the youngest — and the oldest — player to make an All-NBA team. And Dallas’ Luka Doncic and Oklahoma City’s Shai Gilgeous-Alexander are in position to make around $1 million per game a few years from now. Denver’s Nikola Jokic and Gilgeous-Alexander were the only unanimous first-team selections on this season’s All-NBA team, …

How All-NBA team selections make Anthony Edwards, Luka Dončić and others richer
7 months, 2 weeks ago

How All-NBA team selections make Anthony Edwards, Luka Dončić and others richer

New York Times  

BOSTON — Luka Dončić, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Anthony Edwards and Tyrese Haliburton were among the 15 NBA stars to receive all-league honors Wednesday, but their accolades come with massive financial bonuses. Dončić, who is playing in the series for the Dallas Mavericks, was named to the first team, along with Giannis Antetokounmpo of Milwaukee, Gilgeous-Alexander of Oklahoma City, reigning NBA MVP …

NBA Playoffs 2024: Tight finish sends Mavs past Thunder, into Western Conference finals
7 months, 3 weeks ago

NBA Playoffs 2024: Tight finish sends Mavs past Thunder, into Western Conference finals

The Hindu  

The Dallas Mavericks led for just one minute during the first 44-plus minutes of Saturday’s postseason game against the Oklahoma City Thunder. Washington made two free throws with 2.5 seconds left and Dallas advanced to the Western Conference finals for the second time in the past three seasons with a 117-116 victory over the visiting Thunder. READ | NBA Playoffs …

NBA Playoffs 2024: Knicks bounce back to crush Pacers, Jokic and Nuggets on a roll
7 months, 3 weeks ago

NBA Playoffs 2024: Knicks bounce back to crush Pacers, Jokic and Nuggets on a roll

The Hindu  

Jalen Brunson was back to his best on Tuesday as the New York Knicks dominated the Indiana Pacers 121-91 to take a 3-2 lead in their Eastern Conference semifinal Game 5. After losing Game 4 by 32 points, it was an emphatic response from the Knicks, with Brunson piling up 44 points with seven assists and four rebounds. Jokic guides …

Jokic wins NBA's MVP award, his 3rd in 4 seasons. Gilgeous-Alexander and Doncic round out top 3
8 months ago

Jokic wins NBA's MVP award, his 3rd in 4 seasons. Gilgeous-Alexander and Doncic round out top 3

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Others averaged more in each category — and Jokic …

Nuggets’ Nikola Jokić wins third NBA MVP in four seasons
8 months ago

Nuggets’ Nikola Jokić wins third NBA MVP in four seasons

New York Times  

He can pass like Magic, board like Moses and shoot and scowl like Bird. Jokić, 29, the Denver Nuggets superstar born in Sombor, Serbia, was named NBA MVP for the third time in four seasons, defeating finalists Oklahoma City’s Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Dallas’ Luka Dončić. “I think I’m going to be proud of my legacy when my career is done, …

Jokic, Doncic and Gilgeous-Alexander finalists for NBA MVP award
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Jokic, Doncic and Gilgeous-Alexander finalists for NBA MVP award

China Daily  

LOS ANGELES - Denver Nuggets star Nikola Jokic, the Dallas Mavericks' Luka Doncic and Oklahoma City's Shai Gilgeous-Alexander are the three finalists for the NBA Most Valuable Player award, the league said Sunday. Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and guard Cason Wallace high five during the second quarter against the Milwaukee Bucks at Paycom Center, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, US, …

Jokic, Doncic and Gilgeous-Alexander finalists for NBA MVP award
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Jokic, Doncic and Gilgeous-Alexander finalists for NBA MVP award

China Daily  

LOS ANGELES - Denver Nuggets star Nikola Jokic, the Dallas Mavericks' Luka Doncic and Oklahoma City's Shai Gilgeous-Alexander are the three finalists for the NBA Most Valuable Player award, the league said Sunday. Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and guard Cason Wallace high five during the second quarter against the Milwaukee Bucks at Paycom Center, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, US, …

Previewing the 1st round of the NBA playoffs, which start on Saturday
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Previewing the 1st round of the NBA playoffs, which start on Saturday

Associated Press  

Preview capsules for the first round of the NBA playoffs, which start Saturday. Indiana beat Milwaukee four times in five matchups — an extra game coming with the Pacers’ victory in the semifinals of the In-Season Tournament — and led the league with 123.3 points per game. Story line: The Magic entered the season as one of the NBA’s youngest …

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 …

LeBron James Hits 40 in Los Angeles Lakers Win, Luka Doncic has 47 as Dallas Mavericks Beat Houston Rockets
9 months, 1 week ago

LeBron James Hits 40 in Los Angeles Lakers Win, Luka Doncic has 47 as Dallas Mavericks Beat Houston Rockets

News 18  

LeBron James delivered another epic performance on Sunday, scoring 40 points and matching a career-high with nine 3-pointers on 10 attempts as the Los Angeles Lakers rolled to a 116-104 NBA victory at Brooklyn. “Anytime I’m linked with the greats -– and obviously Big O was a big inspiration for me growing up, reading about his history –- it’s pretty …

Luka Doncic leads Mavericks past Jazz, 113-97, into 6th place in West
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Luka Doncic leads Mavericks past Jazz, 113-97, into 6th place in West

Associated Press  

DALLAS — Luka Doncic had 34 points, nine rebounds and eight assists and the Dallas Mavericks beat the Utah Jazz 113-97 on Thursday night to move into the sixth and final guaranteed playoff position in the Western Conference. The Mavericks outscored the Jazz 27-15 in the second quarter to lead 53-42 with Utah shooting 31.6% in the period, 0 for …

NBA All-Star starters announced: LeBron James, Tyrese Haliburton highlight lineups
11 months, 2 weeks ago

NBA All-Star starters announced: LeBron James, Tyrese Haliburton highlight lineups

New York Times  

LeBron James was selected to make his record-20th consecutive start in an NBA All-Star Game, while hometown hero Tyrese Haliburton was picked to make his first. James will be joined in the West by Dallas guard Luka Dončić, Oklahoma City guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Denver center and reigning NBA Finals MVP Nikola Jokic and Phoenix forward Kevin Durant — a 13-time …

NBA 2023-24 Roundup: Balanced scoring lifts Milwaukee Bucks past Washinton Wizards
1 year, 1 month ago

NBA 2023-24 Roundup: Balanced scoring lifts Milwaukee Bucks past Washinton Wizards

The Hindu  

Brook Lopez, Giannis Antetokounmpo and Damian Lillard each eclipsed 30 points as the Milwaukee Bucks improved to 3-0 in in-season tournament play with a 131-128 win over the visiting Washington Wizards. Rockets 105 - Nuggets 86 Jalen Green scored a team-high 25 points while Alperen Sengun and two more teammates added double-doubles as Houston extended its homecourt winning streak to …

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, …

NBA 2023-24 roundup: Nikola Jokic scores 28 to lead Nuggets past Thunder 128-95; Sacramento Kings, Clippers win
1 year, 2 months ago

NBA 2023-24 roundup: Nikola Jokic scores 28 to lead Nuggets past Thunder 128-95; Sacramento Kings, Clippers win

The Hindu  

Nikola Jokic had 28 points and 14 rebounds to help the Denver Nuggets roll past the Oklahoma City Thunder 128-95 on Sunday for their third straight win to open the season. HAWKS 127, BUCKS 110 Trae Young scored 20 points to lead eight players in double figures, and Atlanta Hawks limited Damian Lillard to six points while routing Milwaukee for …

NBA 2023-24: Nikola Jokic powers Denver Nuggets past pesky Memphis Grizzlies
1 year, 2 months ago

NBA 2023-24: Nikola Jokic powers Denver Nuggets past pesky Memphis Grizzlies

The Hindu  

Nikola Jokic scored 22 points, grabbed 12 rebounds and added seven assists, Jamal Murray chipped in another 22 points, and the Denver Nuggets led almost wire-to-wire en route to a 108-104 win Friday on the road over the Memphis Grizzlies. The Nuggets’ advantage never exceeded 12 points, however, as the host Grizzlies used a balanced scoring effort to stay within …

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 …

NBA Finals: 3 takeaways from Denver’s title clinching win
1 year, 6 months ago

NBA Finals: 3 takeaways from Denver’s title clinching win

The Hindu  

Denver’s wait is finally over. Nikola Jokic scored game highs - 28 points and 16 rebounds - and led his side to a 94-89 win in the fith game against Miami Heat. For his scintillating form in this year’s finals and the playoffs, Jokic was fittingly awarded the Bill Russell Finals Most Valuable Player award. None of the team’s players …

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 …

Denver stars rewrite the record books as Nuggets take series lead
1 year, 7 months ago

Denver stars rewrite the record books as Nuggets take series lead

The Independent  

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NBA: Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray dominate as Nuggets take 2-1 lead over Miami
1 year, 7 months ago

NBA: Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray dominate as Nuggets take 2-1 lead over Miami

Firstpost  

Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray dominated the Miami Heat, both making triple-doubles as the Denver Nuggets took a 2-1 lead in the NBA Finals with a 109-94 win in game three. Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray dominated the Miami Heat, both making triple-doubles as the Denver Nuggets took a 2-1 lead in the NBA Finals with a 109-94 win in …

Jokic, Murray propel Nuggets past Heat in NBA Finals
1 year, 7 months ago

Jokic, Murray propel Nuggets past Heat in NBA Finals

Al Jazeera  

Star duo are the first teammates in Finals history to post 30-point triple-doubles each in the same game. Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray carved out a slice of NBA history, both notching 30-point triple-doubles as the Denver Nuggets downed the Miami Heat 109-94 to take a 2-1 lead in the NBA Finals. Two-time NBA Most Valuable Player Jokic scored 32 …

NBA Finals: 3 takeaways from Nuggets’ dominant Game 1 win against Heat
1 year, 7 months ago

NBA Finals: 3 takeaways from Nuggets’ dominant Game 1 win against Heat

The Hindu  

The NBA Finals are underway. Seeing how Denver Nuggets outclassed Miami Heat in the opening game, many would be lured into picking the first-time NBA finalists as the favourites. Nikola Jokic produced yet another triple-double performance – 27 points, 10 rebounds, 14 assists – but the side around him, too, delivered in the game. Aaron Gordon’s early dominance Aaron Gordon …

Jokic leads Denver Nuggets past LeBron’s Lakers 113-111, into their first NBA Finals
1 year, 7 months ago

Jokic leads Denver Nuggets past LeBron’s Lakers 113-111, into their first NBA Finals

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — Nikola Jokic is a player unlike almost anything the NBA has ever seen, and now he’s taking his Denver Nuggets somewhere they’ve never been. Jamal Murray scored 25 points for the top-seeded Nuggets, who overcame LeBron James’ 31-point first half and a 15-point halftime deficit with a tenacious finish in Game 4 to earn their first conference …

Nikola Jokić, Jamal Murray still have work to do after Nuggets reach NBA Finals
1 year, 7 months ago

Nikola Jokić, Jamal Murray still have work to do after Nuggets reach NBA Finals

New York Times  

LOS ANGELES — Aaron Gordon didn’t quite know what to do with himself when the final buzzer sounded. Are we sure we don’t have another quarter to play or another game to play?’ Then it’s like, ‘Oh no, we won.’ It’s time to get up out of there.” On Monday night, the Nuggets team that from Day 1 separated itself …

Nikola Jokic is again too big of a hurdle for Lakers to clear in Game 4
1 year, 7 months ago

Nikola Jokic is again too big of a hurdle for Lakers to clear in Game 4

LA Times  

In the end, Lakers big man Anthony Davis was outdueled by Denver Nuggets big man Nikola Jokic, and that made the difference in Game 4 of the Western Conference finals Monday night. When asked what Jokic proved to him in the series, Lakers star LeBron James, who played all but 4.3 seconds of the game, said, “Nothing.” “I know how …

NBA: Nuggets overtake Lakers in 4th quarter for 2-0 edge in Western Conference finals
1 year, 7 months ago

NBA: Nuggets overtake Lakers in 4th quarter for 2-0 edge in Western Conference finals

The Hindu  

Nikola Jokic delivered a triple-double with 23 points and Jamal Murray turned some late 3-point shooting into 37 points as the Denver Nuggets earned a 108-103 victory over the visiting Los Angeles Lakers on Thursday to take a 2-0 lead in the Western Conference finals. Jokic added 17 rebounds and 12 assists, while Michael Porter Jr. had 16 points for …

Mistakes from LeBron James and Anthony Davis doom Lakers in Game 2 loss
1 year, 7 months ago

Mistakes from LeBron James and Anthony Davis doom Lakers in Game 2 loss

LA Times  

Lakers star LeBron James pleads for a foul call during the first quarter of the Lakers’ 108-103 loss to the Denver Nuggets in Game 2 of the NBA Western Conference finals Thursday. When the Lakers needed to get to the rim to help build cushion against Denver’s surge, James opened the fourth quarter with missed back-to-back threes. Lakers forward Anthony …

Photos: Lakers fall to Nikola Jokic and the Nuggets in Game 1
1 year, 7 months ago

Photos: Lakers fall to Nikola Jokic and the Nuggets in Game 1

LA Times  

Despite 40 points from Anthony Davis, the Lakers couldn’t stop the Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets from holding on for a 132-126 win in Game 1 of the NBA Western Conference finals on Tuesday night at Ball Arena in Denver. Lakers forward Anthony Davis, right, is defended by Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic during the first half. Denver Nuggets …

Watch- Nikola Jokic becomes part of confrontation with Phoenix Suns' Kevin Durant, days after getting fined $25,000
1 year, 7 months ago

Watch- Nikola Jokic becomes part of confrontation with Phoenix Suns' Kevin Durant, days after getting fined $25,000

Hindustan Times  

Days after being fined $25,000 for ‘shoving’ incident with Phoenix Suns owner, Nikola Jokic became part of a confrontation during game 5 of the conference semifinals between Denver Nuggets and Phoenix Suns on Tuesday. Phoenix Suns forward Kevin Durant pushes Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic in the third quarter during game five of the 2023 NBA playoffs at Ball Arena. …

Rampant Jokic eclipses Suns
1 year, 8 months ago

Rampant Jokic eclipses Suns

China Daily  

Nikola Jokic scored 39 points and pulled down 16 rebounds on the eve of the NBA MVP announcement to rally the Denver Nuggets to a 97-87 win over Phoenix on Monday night, giving them a 2-0 lead over the Suns in the Western Conference semifinals. "I love an aggressive Nikola Jokic," Nuggets coach Michael Malone said after Jokic knocked down …

Rampant Jokic eclipses Suns
1 year, 8 months ago

Rampant Jokic eclipses Suns

China Daily  

Nikola Jokic scored 39 points and pulled down 16 rebounds on the eve of the NBA MVP announcement to rally the Denver Nuggets to a 97-87 win over Phoenix on Monday night, giving them a 2-0 lead over the Suns in the Western Conference semifinals. "I love an aggressive Nikola Jokic," Nuggets coach Michael Malone said after Jokic knocked down …

NBA award finalists revealed: Who has the edge in each race?
1 year, 8 months ago

NBA award finalists revealed: Who has the edge in each race?

New York Times  

MIAMI — As expected, the Philadelphia 76ers’ Joel Embiid, the Denver Nuggets’ Nikola Jokić, and the Milwaukee Bucks’ Giannis Antetokounmpo were named finalists for the NBA MVP. Jokić has won MVP the last two years and would join Bill Russell, Wilt Chamberlain and Larry Bird as the only players in league history to win the NBA’s most prestigious award in …

Luka Doncic powers Mavericks to 127-104 win over Pacers
1 year, 9 months ago

Luka Doncic powers Mavericks to 127-104 win over Pacers

Associated Press  

INDIANAPOLIS — Luka Doncic finished with 25 points, seven rebounds and six assists just hours after his most recent technical foul and one-game suspension were rescinded Monday by the NBA and led the Dallas Mavericks past the Indiana Pacers 127-104. Indiana was led by Bennedict Mathurin, who scored 22 points, and Andrew Nembhard, who had 17 points, five rebounds and …

Jokic’s triple-double lifts Nuggets over Grizzlies 113-97
1 year, 10 months ago

Jokic’s triple-double lifts Nuggets over Grizzlies 113-97

Associated Press  

DENVER — Nikola Jokic had 18 points, 18 rebounds and 10 assists for his 25th triple-double this season to lead the Denver Nuggets over the Memphis Grizzlies 113-97 Friday night in a showdown of the top two teams in the Western Conference. “Since the All-Star break, it feels like every night’s a playoff-type game,” Denver coach Michael Malone said. “We’ve …

NBA All-Star weekend: What time is the game? What’s new?
1 year, 10 months ago

NBA All-Star weekend: What time is the game? What’s new?

LA Times  

Lakers star LeBron James drives on Indiana Pacers guard Buddy Hield during a game on Feb. 2. Denver’s Michael Malone will coach Team LeBron while Boston’s Joe Mazzulla will coach Team Giannis. Starting in 2020, the All-Star Game format changed with the game’s winner being determined by reaching a target score, which is the leading team’s overall total after three …

NBA 2023: Nikola Jokic Leads Denver Nuggets Over Miami Heat, Mitchell Sparks Cleveland Cavaliers
1 year, 10 months ago

NBA 2023: Nikola Jokic Leads Denver Nuggets Over Miami Heat, Mitchell Sparks Cleveland Cavaliers

News 18  

Nikola Jokic narrowly missed out on his 21st triple double of the season as the Denver Nuggets battled to a 112-108 road victory over the Miami Heat on Monday. While Jokic led the scoring, Denver’s balanced offense spread the points around with seven players finishing in double figures and sharing 34 assists between them. Jimmy Butler led Miami’s scorers with …

NBA: Nuggets’ Nikola Jokic stings Hornets again
1 year, 10 months ago

NBA: Nuggets’ Nikola Jokic stings Hornets again

The Hindu  

Denver’s Nikola Jokic turned in a triple-double with 30 points in another big game against the Charlotte Hornets as the visiting Nuggets won 119-105 on Saturday night. Denver’s dominance in the lane was also evident from a 51-37 rebounding edge as the Hornets played their second game since trading center Mason Plumlee to the Los Angeles Clippers. Smith scored six …

NBA: Joel Embiid Leads Philadelphia 76ers over Denver Nuggets, Boston Celtics Outlast LA Lakers in Overtime
1 year, 11 months ago

NBA: Joel Embiid Leads Philadelphia 76ers over Denver Nuggets, Boston Celtics Outlast LA Lakers in Overtime

News 18  

Philadelphia 76ers big-man Joel Embiid out-dueled Denver’s two-time NBA Most Valuable Player Nikola Jokic and the Boston Celtics edged the Los Angeles Lakers 125-121 in overtime as rivalries took center stage in the NBA on Saturday. “The best player on Earth can’t get a call — it’s amazing,” said Lakers coach Darvin Ham, who spoke of the “agony” of losing …

NBA roundup: Nikola Jokic, Nuggets edge Pelicans in final seconds
1 year, 11 months ago

NBA roundup: Nikola Jokic, Nuggets edge Pelicans in final seconds

The Hindu  

Nikola Jokic had a triple-double and scored the winning basket with 16 seconds left as the visiting Denver Nuggets defeated the New Orleans Pelicans 99-98 on Tuesday night. Clippers 133, Lakers 115 Paul George scored 27 points and Kawhi Leonard added 25 points and nine rebounds as the visiting Los Angeles Clippers continued its dominance over the rival Los Angeles …

Antetokounmpo passes Durant for East All-Star voting lead
1 year, 11 months ago

Antetokounmpo passes Durant for East All-Star voting lead

Associated Press  

PARIS — Milwaukee’s Giannis Antetokounmpo has passed Brooklyn’s Kevin Durant for the All-Star Game voting lead among Eastern Conference players, now putting him on track to be a captain for the Feb. 19 game in Salt Lake City. Durant — who was the voting leader from the East at each of the first two balloting updates this year, but has …

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