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Denver Nuggets superstar Nikola Jokic is viewed as the best player and center in the NBA right now. In fact, many have started to view Nikola Jokic as one of the best centers of all time after the Joker led the Denver Nuggets to the 2023 NBA Championship.

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Nuggets Extend Franchise-Record Road Streak in Sacramento Rout 136-105

The Denver Nuggets rolled into the Golden 1 Center on Thursday night and systematically dismantled the Sacramento Kings, 136-105. While the final score suggests a blowout—and it certainly was—the underlying narrative was Denver’s ruthless consistency away from home.

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Nikola Jokic News / Field Level Media / December 12

Nikola Jokic, Nuggets trounce Kings, extend road win streak

Nikola Jokic poured 23 of his game-high 36 points into a first-half runaway as the visiting Denver Nuggets crushed the Sacramento Kings 136-105 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.

NBA News / Denver Nuggets on SI / December 12

Three Instant Takeaways From Nuggets' Blowout Win Over Kings

The Denver Nuggets picked up their fourth consecutive win on Thursday night on the road against the Sacramento Kings, finishing with a 31-point victory to sweep their four-game road trip.

Spencer Jones News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 11

Exclusive: How Nuggets knew ‘overlooked’ Spencer Jones was ready for starting role

It is hard for Spencer Jones not to chuckle when he pauses to consider what his 10-year-old self would think of his life today. The 24-year-old is now

Spencer Jones News / Denver Nuggets on SI / December 11

Spencer Jones Addresses Possibility of New Contract With Nuggets

The Denver Nuggets have been rolling out two-way signee Spencer Jones in their starting rotation as a frequent fill-in for as long as Christian Braun and Aaron Gordon have been sidelined with their respective injuries.

Denver Nuggets News / Denver Nuggets on SI / December 11

Nuggets Have One Main Weakness Despite Historic Season Start

Riding a three-game winning streak, the Denver Nuggets have improved to 17-6 in their 2025-26 campaign, setting a new franchise record for their best 23-game start to a season.

NBA News / Denver Nuggets on SI / December 11

Nuggets & Kings Each Rule Out Two Starters for Fourth Matchup of Season

In a typical NBA season, two same-conference teams that are not in the same division will only match up three times. However, due to the NBA Cup, scheduling has been unusual.

NBA News / Field Level Media / December 10

Nuggets, Kings clash for 4th time in 6 weeks

Two teams quite familiar with one another meet for the fourth time in less than six weeks when the Denver Nuggets visit the Sacramento Kings on Thursday night.

Denver Nuggets News / Denver Nuggets on SI / December 10

Cam Johnson Praises Nuggets' Underrated Early Standout

Amid the Denver Nuggets' injury woes to start off their 2025-26 campaign, multiple names around the roster have stepped up to the occasion in helping this

Jamal Murray News / NBA Analysis Network / December 10

Cam Johnson predicts what will happen to Nuggets teammate Jamal Murray for the first time this season

The Denver Nuggets have been nothing short of impressive this season. They are currently sitting third in the Western Conference with a stellar 17-6 record, boasting the league’s top-ranked offensive rating.

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Jamal Murray News / Denver Nuggets on SI / December 10

Jamal Murray Reveals Why Nuggets’ New Starting Lineup Is Working

The Denver Nuggets have been dealing with some unfortunate injuries, as Christian Braun and Aaron Gordon both remain sidelined for an extended period of time, but the team is managing.

David Adelman News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 9

Nuggets’ David Adelman pushes back on ‘outside noise’ amid concerns

It’s tough to brush off a team that has a three-time MVP in it. But curiously, that’s what’s been happening to the Denver Nuggets, as some believe that they’re not good enough compared to other teams in the Western Conference.

Aaron Gordon News / EssentiallySports / December 9

Aaron Gordon Injury Update: Nuggets HC Makes Final Decision on His Return This Season

The Denver Nuggets face a major setback as forward Aaron Gordon is all set to remain on the sidelines at least until Christmas, as per coach David Adelman.

NBA News / The Predictors / December 8

Nuggets earn 10th consecutive road win against Hornets, 115-106

Jamal Murray scored 34 points and Nikola Jokic added 28 points, 11 assists and nine rebounds as the Denver Nuggets held off the Charlotte Hornets 115-106 on Sunday night, extending their franchise-record road winning streak to 10 games.

Denver Nuggets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 8

Nuggets’ Tim Hardaway Jr. reveals what makes Denver’s hot start special

The Denver Nuggets’ scorching start to the season continued Sunday night with a 115-106 win over the Charlotte Hornets, and while the stat lines from Jamal Murray and Nikola Jokić grabbed headlines, veteran guard Tim Hardaway Jr.

NBA News / Field Level Media / December 7

Nuggets keep Hornets at bay as road win streak hits 10

Jamal Murray had a huge opening stretch en route to 34 points and Nikola Jokic joined the production with 28 points and 11 assists as the Denver Nuggets defeated the host Charlotte Hornets 115-106 on Sunday night.

Denver Nuggets News / NBA Draft on SI / December 5

Denver Nuggets' Rookie Trio Shines in Recent G League Victory

The Denver Nuggets are one of the best teams in the NBA, and could be on a collision course for another entertaining playoff series against the Oklahoma City Thunder.

Denver Nuggets News / Last Word On Sports / December 5

Jamal Murray Set To End Ugly Nikola Jokić Nuggets Streak

DENVER — Nikola Jokić built a historic résumé without the partner usually found beside an MVP. He stands alone as the only MVP in league history who played his first ten seasons without a single teammate earning All-Star, All-NBA or All-Defense honors.