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Nikola Jokic Makes NBA History in Nuggets' Win vs. Magic

The Denver Nuggets picked up a huge 126-115 win at home on Thursday night against the Orlando Magic, despite being severely shorthanded. The Nuggets played without Aaron Gordon, Christian Braun, and Peyton Watson, taking away three of their best defenders, but still managed to pull out a win.

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Denver Nuggets win game of runs and beat Orlando Magic 126-115

It was a roller coaster ride in the game between the Denver Nuggets and Orlando Magic tonight. Luckily for Denver, the ride was mostly highs and ended the right way with them grabbing the victory.

Nikola Jokic News / Field Level Media / December 18

Nikola Jokic becomes assist king among centers as Nuggets top Magic

Jamal Murray scored 32 points, Nikola Jokic compiled 23 points, 13 assists and 11 rebounds and the host Denver Nuggets beat the Orlando Magic 126-115 on Thursday night.

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Which NBA teams have the best Christmas Day records?

Christmas and the NBA go hand-in-hand. The day serves for the top hoops league in the world, like Thanksgiving for the NFL. However, while the Detroit Lions and Dallas Cowboys are perpetual Thanksgiving participants, the NBA has mixed up the matchups and the teams throughout the years.

Denver Nuggets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 18

1 deal Nuggets must make with 2025-26 NBA trade season underway

The Denver Nuggets won the NBA championship in 2023. In the two seasons since, Denver has fallen short, largely in part because of a lack of depth. The team fixed that problem in the offseason by swapping Michael Porter Jr for Cameron Johnson, and then adding Bruce Brown, Tim Hardaway Jr., and Jonas Valanciunas.

Denver Nuggets News / Denver Nuggets on SI / December 18

Cam Johnson Gets Candid on Playing With Nikola Jokic, Nuggets

Playing on the offensive side of the ball next to a talent like Nikola Jokic can be a wildly different experience for those on the floor compared to what another NBA team has to offer.

Jamal Murray News / Denver Nuggets on SI / December 18

Nuggets Coach Shares Take on Jamal Murray’s All-Star Chances

In the first 25 games of the Denver Nuggets' season, Jamal Murray has found his way squarely into All-Star conversations to join Nikola Jokic in Los Angeles come Feburary, making for his first-ever selection since joining the league in 2016.

Denver Nuggets News / NBA Analysis Network / December 18

Denver Nuggets star rejected a starting role on LA Lakers over $6m, he has been traded twice since then

The Los Angeles Lakers approached one player from the Denver Nuggets’ championship-winning roster from 2023. Led by the phenomenal Nikola Jokic, the Denver Nuggets won their first NBA Championship in franchise history in 2023.

Bruce Brown News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 18

Nuggets’ Bruce Brown shares how he nearly signed $50 million Lakers contract

Denver Nuggets guard Bruce Brown had options — which included the Los Angeles Lakers — after winning the NBA Finals in 2023. While Brown regrets leaving the Nuggets in free agency for a deal with the Indiana Pacers, he recently revealed that he had received an offer from the Lakers.

Peyton Watson News / Denver Nuggets on SI / December 17

Nuggets' Peyton Watson Gives Promising Update After Injury Scare

The Denver Nuggets pulled out a huge overtime win over the Houston Rockets on Monday night, even though they were playing without three starters by the end of the night.

Bruce Brown News / Denver Nuggets on SI / December 17

Nuggets Guard Reveals He Nearly Signed With Lakers

After the Denver Nuggets' 2023 Finals-winning campaign, it was pretty much a foregone conclusion that Bruce Brown would be leaving the team in free agency.

Denver Nuggets News / Denver Nuggets on SI / December 17

Nuggets Coach Weighs In on Team’s Defensive Ups and Downs

The Denver Nuggets, just under two months into the NBA regular season, have been a standout team on the offensive end. They rank number one in the league for points-per-game, rank atop the league in offensive rating, and behind the prowess of Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray, are scoring at an elite rate on any given night.

Nikola Jokic News / Bleacher Report / December 17

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Denver Nuggets News / NBA Analysis Network / December 17

Cameron Johnson explains his offensive struggle with Denver Nuggets, Nikola Jokic plays a part in it

Cameron Johnson hasn’t exactly exploded offensively since joining the Denver Nuggets last summer. Currently, Cam Johnson is averaging 11.4 points, 2.2 assists, and 3.4 rebounds per game, figures that fall far below his production last season, when he averaged 18.8 points, 3.4 assists, and 4.3 rebounds.

NBA News / Denver Nuggets on SI / December 17

NBA Admits Three Crucial Officiating Mistakes in Nuggets vs. Rockets

The Denver Nuggets snapped a four-game home losing streak on Monday night with a huge win over the Houston Rockets, improving to 19-6 on the season and securing their position as the second-best team in the West.

NBA News / Hardwood Heroics / December 17

'Just Probably a Bone Bruise' – Denver Nuggets Forward Receives Encouraging Injury Update After Overtime Win Vs. Houston Rockets

The Denver Nuggets suffered a lineup blow when Peyton Watson exited early in the first quarter of their 128-125 overtime win over the Houston Rockets due to a “lower trunk” contusion.

Peyton Watson News / Last Word On Sports / December 16

What Peyton Watson’s Development Means For The Nuggets

Through all the excitement surrounding Denver’s new arrivals, what might have been forgotten was the fact that these moves inevitably came at the expense of playing time for the team’s young players.

Denver Nuggets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 16

How Nuggets’ Bruce Brown totally played Alperen Sengun on final shot

The Denver Nuggets closed out their game against the Houston Rockets 128-125, riding on a monster 42-point performance from Nikola Jokic. It came after a failed three-point attempt from Alperen Sengun, who finished with a 33-point triple-double and was guarded by Bruce Brown on the final possession.

Peyton Watson News / EssentiallySports / December 16

Peyton Watson Injury Update: Nuggets HC Announces Rotation Plan After Latest Setback

The Denver Nuggets walked into Monday’s matchup against the Houston Rockets already short-handed, with starters Aaron Gordon and Christian Braun sidelined by injuries.

NBA News / Fadeaway World / December 16

3 Major Reasons Why The Nuggets Defeated Rockets In Classic OT Matchup: Stars Make The Difference

Some nights just feel heavier than the numbers suggest, and this was one of them. In a game that swung back and forth and didn’t get decided until the final seconds of overtime, the Denver Nuggets reminded everyone why they’re still one of the most difficult teams to deal with in the Western Conference.

NBA News / EssentiallySports / December 16

Denver Nuggets vs Houston Rockets Player Stats, Box Score and Game Recap (Dec 15) – 2025–26 NBA Season

Tonight’s showdown pitted two of the NBA’s most explosive offenses, the Houston Rockets and Denver Nuggets, against each other. Denver comes in on a four-game winning streak but has stumbled at home, dropping its last four, while Houston is 8-4 on the road after a thrilling 115-113 win over the Clippers.

NBA News / Field Level Media / December 16

Nuggets blow late lead before downing Rockets in OT

Jamal Murray scored six of his 35 points in overtime, Nikola Jokic produced 39 points, 15 rebounds and 10 assists before fouling out, and the host Denver Nuggets beat the Houston Rockets 128-125 on Monday night.

NBA News / Field Level Media / December 14

After dominant trip, Nuggets return home to confront Rockets

The Denver Nuggets haven't played a home game in two weeks, and that seems preferable for the team ranked second in the Western Conference. The Nuggets have lost four straight games at home but can break that streak when they host the Houston Rockets on Monday night.