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Nuggets’ Nikola Jokic called out for terrible defense vs. Bulls. Here’s what he said about it

Nuggets’ Nikola Jokic called out for terrible defense vs. Bulls. Here’s what he said about it

Even on a night when Nikola Jokic delivered another absurd masterpiece, the conversation quickly shifted to a glaring issue: his defense. The Denver Nuggets fell 130-127 to the Chicago Bulls on Monday night at Ball Arena, snapping their seven-game winning streak and dropping them to 10-3.

David Adelman News / Denver Nuggets on SI / November 18
David Adelman Breaks Down What Led to Nuggets' Loss vs. Bulls

David Adelman Breaks Down What Led to Nuggets' Loss vs. Bulls

The Denver Nuggets' extensive seven-game winning streak finally came to an end on their home floor against the Chicago Bulls, dropping them to an overall 10-3 on the year.

Denver Nuggets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 18
Nuggets rumors: Denver ‘active’ on trade market after major injury

Nuggets rumors: Denver ‘active’ on trade market after major injury

The red-hot Denver Nuggets (10-3) suffered an injury setback last Wednesday when Christian Braun, the starting shooting guard, went down with an ankle injury.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 18
Nuggets are now 0-3 in clutch games after Bulls disaster. What’s up with that?

Nuggets are now 0-3 in clutch games after Bulls disaster. What’s up with that?

All things considered, Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets are still a juggernaut in the 2025-26 NBA season, even though they just got shocked by the Chicago Bulls Monday night at Ball Arena in Denver.

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Cam Johnson Finally Shines Despite Nuggets' Loss vs. Bulls

Cam Johnson Finally Shines Despite Nuggets' Loss vs. Bulls

Another game. Another Nikola Jokic 30+ point triple-double. That was his eighth triple-double in 13 games. The rest of the NBA has 17 combined. How does the Joker do it, especially under a constant mile high microscope?

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NBA News / Denver Stiffs / November 18

Denver Nuggets can’t keep pace with Chicago Bulls and lose late, 130-127

The Denver Nuggets returned home to Ball Arena to face a tired Chicago Bulls team coming in on the second night of a back to back. It looked like the opposite scenario though with the Bulls running all night long.

NBA News / Denver Stiffs / November 18

Nuggets can’t run with the Bulls, drop first home game on new skyline court

Denver returned home from a three-game road trip to their new City Edition Rainbow Skyline Court and a tussle with a feisty Chicago Bulls squad. After a surprisingly hot start to the season, Chicago stumbled into Monday night’s game having lost five in a row, including a double-OT heartbreaker in Salt Lake the night before.

Denver Nuggets News / Denver Nuggets on SI / November 17
3 Key Takeaways From Nuggets' Nail-Biting Loss to Bulls

3 Key Takeaways From Nuggets' Nail-Biting Loss to Bulls

The Denver Nuggets suffered a nail-biting loss to the Chicago Bulls on Monday night that came down to a half-court heave from Nikola Jokic in an attempt to force overtime.

Michael Porter Jr. News / NBA Analysis Network / November 17
Michael Porter Jr has managed with the Nets twice what he never did with the Denver Nuggets

Michael Porter Jr has managed with the Nets twice what he never did with the Denver Nuggets

The Denver Nuggets traded Michael Porter to the Brooklyn Nets for Cam Johnson this offseason. After a disappointing playoff run, the Denver Nuggets decided to roll the dice on a big move and parted ways with the 27-year-old.

Cameron Johnson News / The Lead / November 17
Cam Johnson Has Been a Disappointment for Denver Nuggets

Cam Johnson Has Been a Disappointment for Denver Nuggets

The Denver Nuggets have been off to a hot start, as they currently hold the second spot in the Western Conference. Nikola Jokic has been his usual freakish self.

NBA News / Hoops Rumors / November 17
Nikola Jokic, Jalen Johnson named NBA Players of the Week

Nikola Jokic, Jalen Johnson named NBA Players of the Week

Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic has been named the Western Conference Player of the Week, while Atlanta Hawks forward Jalen Johnson has won the award in the East, the NBA announced on Monday.

Nikola Jokic News / Denver Nuggets on SI / November 17
Nikola Jokic Earns Another NBA Honor After Incredible Season Start

Nikola Jokic Earns Another NBA Honor After Incredible Season Start

Thanks to another hot week of production from Denver Nuggets star center Nikola Jokic, he'll be adding to his trophy case once again a little less than a month into the NBA regular season.

Nikola Jokic News / Denver Nuggets on SI / November 17
Nikola Jokic, Cam Johnson Receive Status Updates Before Bulls Game

Nikola Jokic, Cam Johnson Receive Status Updates Before Bulls Game

The Denver Nuggets, as expected, have been one of the top teams in the NBA to start the 2025-26 season. Of course, when a team is built around three-time NBA MVP Nikola Jokic, it is harder to lose than to win, but the Nuggets have even managed to exceed their sky-high expectations.

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Nuggets to test new-found depth against Bulls

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.

NBA News / Field Level Media / November 15
Undermanned Nuggets take aim at Timberwolves

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.

Christian Braun News / Last Word On Sports / November 15
Nuggets Set To Face First ‘Real’ Test Of The Season Without Braun

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
Nuggets confirm timeline for return for Christian Braun

Nuggets confirm timeline for return for Christian Braun

Braun suffered the injury late in the first quarter during Wednesday’s win at the Clippers. 

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