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Nikola Jokic explains why he gave a ‘necessary reaction’ to Lu Dort’s cheapshot at him
Nikola Jokic described his response to Luguentz Dort as “necessary” after what he viewed as an unnecessary play during the Denver Nuggets’ defeat to the Oklahoma City Thunder.
Denver Nuggets News / Hoops Wire / February 28
Nikola Jokic on Lu Dort foul: ‘Unnecessary move and necessary reaction’
Tempers flared Friday night at Paycom Center. A physical matchup between the Nuggets and Thunder escalated early in the fourth quarter when Denver star Nikola Jokic tumbled to the floor after contact from Oklahoma City guard Lu Dort.
The 'Most multi-three NBA games' quiz
How many of the players in NBA history to make multiple three-pointers in at least 400 games can you name in eight minutes?
Denver Nuggets News / The SportsRush / February 28
'Your Antennas Are Up': Charles Barkley Discusses Nikola Jokic’s Reaction to Lu Dort’s ‘Dirty Play’
Denver Nuggets’ Nikola Jokic is just returning from quite possibly the worst injury of his NBA career. Jokic missed 16 games due to a left knee injury, just narrowly avoiding an ACL tear.
The 23 best NBA players with exactly one All-Star appearance
The NBA is a league built on the backs of its stars. Every now and then, guys in the NBA will raise their play to All-Star level, and sometimes, that run only lasts for one season.
Denver Nuggets News / The SportsRush / February 28
Shaquille O’Neal Agrees With Nikola Jokic Starting Brawl Over Lu Dort’s Cheap Shot
There was drama in the fourth quarter of the blockbuster matchup between the OKC Thunder and Denver Nuggets on Friday, with tempers flaring and flagrant fouls being handed out.
Denver Nuggets News / EssentiallySports / February 28
Adelman, Daigeneault Make Feelings Clear on Officiating After Nikola Jokic, Lu Dort Scuffle
As Mike Daigeneault admitted, the Denver Nuggets vs the OKC Thunder was chippy from the start. The early part of the game saw Shai Gilgeous-Alexander throwing the ball at Nikola Jokic as the top-two MVP candidates squared up in the Western Conference Finals preview on Friday.
20 NBA superstars who carried awful teams the farthest
Good players tend to succeed in the NBA. Sometimes, though, they find themselves in terrible situations but still find ways to over-achieve. These are the 20 players who carried the worst NBA teams.
Denver Nuggets News / EssentiallySports / February 28
Nuggets’ Spencer Jones Discusses Fit Alongside Nikola Jokic & Jamal Murray, Strategic Role With Adam Silver and More (Exclusive)
Few players enter the NBA with less certainty than an undrafted rookie. Fewer still manage to turn that uncertainty into a rotation role on a contender while simultaneously building influence inside the league office and the business world.
NBA News / EssentiallySports / February 28
What Happened Between Nikola Jokic and Jaylin Williams? Refs Eject Lu Dort as Brawl Breaks Out in Nuggets-Thunder
Tonight’s game between the Oklahoma City Thunder and the Denver Nuggets was going to be a must-watch from tip-off, as two of the West’s top teams face off in a rematch from last year’s playoffs.
Denver Nuggets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / February 27
Nuggets’ David Adelman keeps it 100 about Nikola Jokic, SGA MVP race, 65-game rule
OKLAHOMA CITY — Ahead of Friday’s showdown between the MVP candidate Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets and All-Star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the Oklahoma City Thunder, coach David Adelman delivered an interesting take.
Jamal Murray News / NBA on ClutchPoints / February 27
Nuggets’ Jamal Murray expected to play vs. Thunder despite illness
Jamal Murray got a positive injury update ahead of the Denver Nuggets’ matchup against the Oklahoma City Thunder on Friday night. Murray is going through the 10th year of his NBA career with the Nuggets.
Denver Nuggets News / Stadium Rant / February 27
The Nuggets Have 2 Monster Games On Deck
The duality of the Denver Nuggets is real. One moment, they look dominant like they did in Portland. Other times, it’s a messy fourth quarter just like it was down in Golden State.
Denver Nuggets News / Hoops Wire / February 27
NBA Notes: Nuggets, Spencer Jones, Thunder, Blazers, Scoot Henderson
The Nuggets would have preferred to lock up Spencer Jones on a team-friendly multiyear deal when they converted his two-way contract, but as Bennett Durando of The Denver Post detailed, Denver’s proximity to the tax line limited flexibility.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander News / Yardbarker / February 27
Why Brian Windhorst believes Thunder's Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is the MVP favorite
As the Oklahoma City Thunder prepare to face the Denver Nuggets on Friday night, they will have the defending MVP back on the floor.
Paul Pierce News / Denver Nuggets on SI / February 27
NBA Legend Paul Pierce Defends Nuggets' Championship Chances
The Denver Nuggets have not had an easy 2025-26 season, battling through a slew of injuries, but there seems to be a consensus that they will be able to contend for a title this postseason.
NBA News / Field Level Media / February 26
Nuggets looking to match Thunder's defensive intensity
The NBA's top offensive team meets the league's top defensive team when the Denver Nuggets visit the Oklahoma City Thunder on Friday. The Nuggets come into the game with an NBA-best 120.7 offensive rating, with the Thunder posting a 106.4 defensive rating -- points allowed per 100 possessions -- to lead the league.
Denver Nuggets News / The Lead / February 26
Tim Hardaway Jr. Has Kept Denver Afloat Amid Injuries
A series of injuries has marred the Nuggets’ entire season. Outside of Jamal Murray, all of their starters have missed extended time. Nevertheless, they still find themselves near the top of the Western Conference.
Denver Nuggets News / Hoops Rumors / February 26
Former Nuggets GM Calvin Booth Discusses Denver Exit
Appearing on The Kevin O’Connor Show with Kevin O’Connor of Yahoo Sports, former Nuggets general manager Calvin Booth spoke at length about his time at
Brandin Podziemski News / Yardbarker / February 25
Warriors' Brandin Podziemski literally rebounding from slump
Three quarters into Sunday's game against the Denver Nuggets, Brandin Podziemski had only three points on 1-of-10 shooting. He started attacking the boards, and his offense turned around.
Aaron Gordon News / Athlon Sports / February 25
Nuggets Coach Shares Aaron Gordon Injury Update With 24 Games Left
February has not been great for the Denver Nuggets, as they have gone 4–5, largely due to injuries to key players. Nikola Jokic has missed a significant number of games and returned on Jan.
David Adelman News / Hoops Wire / February 24
David Adelman optimistic Nuggets will be whole for season’s final push
The Nuggets have been juggling injuries all season, but coach David Adelman sounds like he can finally see the light. Adelman told reporters he’s hopeful Denver can be close to full strength with roughly 20 games left on the schedule.
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