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Nikola Jokic Reveals Why Nuggets’ Defense Has Taken a Step Forward

Through the first month of the new NBA season, the Denver Nuggets' offense has remained just as good as you'd expect, led by the typical MVP production of Nikola Jokic and his prowess on that end of the floor, paired with a deep and versatile supporting cast to surround him.

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Nuggets to test new-found depth against Bulls

The Denver Nuggets front office spent the offseason adding depth to the roster, and the efforts have paid off early this season. Denver has won seven games in a row, twice without two starters, and will try to make it eight straight when it hosts the Chicago Bulls on Monday night.

Denver Nuggets News / Denver Nuggets on SI / November 16

NBA Legend Dirk Nowitzki Shares Glowing Nikola Jokic Take

The Denver Nuggets have been on a tear to start their 2025-26 season, winning ten of their first 12 games as they sit in second place in the Western Conference, trailing only the Oklahoma City Thunder.

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The '2024-25 NBA scoring leaders by team' quiz

How many of the players to lead their teams in points-per-game in 2024-25 NBA season can you name in five minutes?

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Nikola Jokic News / The SportsRush / November 16

'Denied Me On a Lot of Occasions': Reggie Miller Picks Shaquille O’Neal Over Nikola Jokic

With each game Nikola Jokic adds under his belt, his position among the greatest big men of all time becomes unarguable. Advanced analytics also suggest he is arguably the best center of all time.

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Who is the most-iconic player for every NBA franchise?

Who is the best player in the history of every NBA franchise? That’s a tough question. Who is the most iconic player in the history of every NBA franchise?

Denver Nuggets News / Denver Nuggets on SI / November 16

Historic NBA Trend Suggests Nuggets Could Be On Path to Championship

After picking up a huge 11-point road win over the Minnesota Timberwolves on Saturday night, despite playing without Christian Braun and Cam Johnson, the Denver Nuggets have extended their win streak to seven games and improved their overall record to 10-2.

NBA News / Denver Stiffs / November 16

Denver Nuggets wear down Minnesota Timberwolves and pull away in fourth quarter for 123-112 victory

The Denver Nuggets were shorthanded, on the road and facing their biggest rival in the Minnesota Timberwolves…didn’t matter. Four Nuggets starters scored 20+ points, Nikola Jokic got yet another triple double and Denver used a big fourth quarter to ultimately put Anthony Edwards and the Wolves.

David Adelman News / Denver Nuggets on SI / November 16

David Adelman Highlights Most Underrated Part of Nuggets' Roster

The Denver Nuggets are on a roll to start the first few weeks of the new NBA season. They're fresh off their seventh-straight win of the year thanks to another double-digit win vs.

Nikola Jokic News / Total Apex Sports / November 16

Jokic’s Triple-Double Propels Denver Nuggets Past Timberwolves in Gritty Showdown 123-112

In a game where even the technology couldn’t keep up, the Denver Nuggets proved their resilience is more than just a stat line. On a chilly November night in Minneapolis, Nikola Jokic, the Serbian maestro, orchestrated yet another masterpiece, leading his squad to a hard-fought 123-112 victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves.

Nikola Jokic News / Field Level Media / November 15

Nikola Jokic posts triple-double as Nuggets top Timberwolves

Nikola Jokic posted a 27-point, 12-rebound, 10-assist triple-double and the Denver Nuggets pulled away for a 123-112 win over the Minnesota Timberwolves on Saturday night in Minneapolis.

NBA News / The SportsRush / November 15

Richard Jefferson Supports Tyronn Lue’s Approach to Containing Nikola Jokic Despite 130–116 Loss to Nuggets

Trying to scheme against Nikola Jokic is no easy task. The big man has the unique skillset of being the arguably the best passer and screen-setter in the NBA today.

Nikola Jokic News / Denver Nuggets on SI / November 15

Nuggets Announce Nikola Jokic's Official Status vs. Timberwolves

It looks like Nikola Jokic will be good to go for the Denver Nuggets' matchup vs. the Minnesota Timberwolves. According to the Nuggets' latest injury update, Jokic has been upgraded to active vs.

NBA News / Field Level Media / November 15

Undermanned Nuggets take aim at Timberwolves

Almost nothing has slowed the Denver Nuggets this season. Now, Denver must show it can persevere despite injuries to key players. The Nuggets learned Friday that they will be without forward Christian Braun for approximately six weeks because of a sprained left ankle.

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The 'NFL yearly tackles-for-loss leaders' quiz

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Christian Braun News / Last Word On Sports / November 15

Nuggets Set To Face First ‘Real’ Test Of The Season Without Braun

DENVER — The Nuggets have looked unshakeable through the season’s opening month. Nikola Jokić has launched another MVP chase, powering Denver to a 9-2 record and the second seed in the West.

Denver Nuggets News / Hoops Rumors / November 14