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The Denver Nuggets navigated what could have been a disastrous transition period last season after firing both general manager Calvin Booth and head coach Michael Malone in April.

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The Denver Nuggets begin at least one month without star center Nikola Jokic because of a hyperextended left knee when they visit the Toronto Raptors on Wednesday night.

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Shams Charania’s Latest Nikola Jokic Injury Update Provides Relief to Nuggets

The NBA world regularly watches Nikola Jokic suit up for the Denver Nuggets. In almost every game, the Serbian big man takes the lead, charges down on his rivals, and simply destroys them.

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Part of what makes the NBA, or any pro sports league, so compelling to watch is the narratives, especially those centered on rivalries. Throughout the decades, the NBA has fostered a number of rivalries, some long-lasting and others short but sweet.

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NBA Champion Calls Out Nikola Jokic for Flopping

The Denver Nuggets are now expected to be without three-time MVP Nikola Jokic for at least the next four weeks with a hyperextended knee, but the superstar center is already getting disrespected at the beginning of his absence.

Denver Nuggets News / Hoops Wire / December 30

Latest on Nikola Jokic

The Nuggets announced Tuesday that Nikola Jokic will be reevaluated in four weeks after being diagnosed with a hyperextension of his left knee. Jokic suffered the injury during Monday’s game against Miami.

Denver Nuggets News / Larry Brown Sports / December 30

Nikola Jokic’s injury could end his MVP award hopes

Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic avoided the worst-case scenario regarding his knee injury, but it may still cost him significantly. Jokic has been diagnosed with a hyperextended knee, according to Shams Charania of ESPN.

Nikola Jokic News / Field Level Media / December 30

Nuggets exhale, Nikola Jokic (knee) to miss month

Nikola Jokic is expected to miss the month of January with a hyperextended left knee, the Nuggets said on Tuesday. The superstar center underwent an MRI exam after leaving Monday's game at Miami with a knee injury thought to be serious.

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Nikola Jokic’s Freak Injury Confirms Every Nuggets Fan Worst Fear

DENVER – The Denver Nuggets have found ways to stay relevant in the top-heavy Western Conference. They have done so despite missing starters for most of the season.

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