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Peyton Watson Praises Nuggets' Duo Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray

The Denver Nuggets, through their injury troubles in the first month-plus of the season, have still managed to climb their way into putting up the best start in franchise history at 17-6– in large part due to the impressive play of both Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray.

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Making the NBA All-Star Case for Nuggets' Jamal Murray

The Denver Nuggets set a new franchise record with their 10th consecutive road win, defeating the Charlotte Hornets 115-106 on Sunday night. Denver was led by Jamal Murray's 34 points and Nikola Jokic's 28 points, 11 assists, and 9 rebounds, continuing their best-ever start to a season (17-6) and showcasing their dominant away play.

Denver Nuggets News / Denver Nuggets on SI / December 8

Tim Hardaway Jr. Gives One-Word Reason for Nuggets' Success

By winning their third consecutive game and moving to 17-6 on the season, the Denver Nuggets have officially achieved their best 23-game start in franchise history.

Jamal Murray News / Denver Nuggets on SI / December 8

Nuggets' Jamal Murray Earns NBA Honor After Recent Hot Streak

Denver Nuggets guard Jamal Murray wound up taking home an early season award thanks to a dominant recent stretch of the year in which he's turned things up to another level.

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Peyton Watson News / Denver Nuggets on SI / December 8

Peyton Watson Surprised By Nuggets' Historic Start to Season

The Denver Nuggets, through the first 23 games of the 2025-26 NBA season, have gotten off to a surprisingly historic start. Now with a 17-6 overall record following their latest road win vs.

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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 / 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.

Giannis Antetokounmpo News / Denver Nuggets on SI / December 8

The Harsh Reality of Potential Giannis Antetokounmpo, Nuggets Trade

In a dream world, the Denver Nuggets would be making a push to trade for two-time NBA MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo, but unfortunately, the real world might prevent that scenario.

Denver Nuggets News / Denver Nuggets on SI / December 8

Nuggets Off to Historic Season Start Despite Injury Woes

The Denver Nuggets are officially on track for one of their best seasons ever. After the Nuggets' latest 115-106 road victory over the Charlotte Hornets to put them at a 17-6 record with 23 games, it's now elevated this Denver team to its best start in franchise history through that span.

David Adelman News / Denver Nuggets on SI / December 8

David Adelman Speaks on Nuggets 'Enjoyable' Win Over Hornets

Many fans started to get worried when the Denver Nuggets lost three of five games, but they have bounced back to win their last three straight. On Sunday night, just one game after overcoming a 23-point deficit, the Nuggets went toe-to-toe with the Charlotte Hornets, pulling out their scrappiest win of the season.

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.

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The 20 biggest 'what if?' careers in NBA history

Most of the time, things in the NBA go as people expect. Here and there, though, some players, for one reason or another, just don't meet expectations, whether it's due to injury or other situational pitfalls.

Danilo Gallinari News / Denver Nuggets on SI / December 7

Ex-Nuggets Coach Says Danilo Gallinari's Number Should Be Retired

Former Denver Nuggets star Danilo Gallinari recently decided to call it a career after announcing he would be retiring from professional basketball after 20 years between NBA and international play.

Denver Nuggets News / Denver Nuggets on SI / December 7

Nuggets' David Adelman Reveals What Makes Jamal Murray So Special

The Denver Nuggets have built their team around three-time NBA MVP Nikola Jokic, and the team only goes as far as the superstar center takes them. However, Nuggets point guard Jamal Murray is one of the most underappreciated stars in the league, and what he has been able to do this season has been incredible.

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Nikola Jokic Reveals How Nuggets Were Successful Without Him

The Denver Nuggets picked up a huge 134-133 win over the Atlanta Hawks on Friday night, overcoming a 23-point deficit to extend their road winning streak to nine games.

NBA News / Denver Nuggets on SI / December 6

Nuggets' David Adelman Had Strong Praise for Hawks F Jalen Johnson

The Denver Nuggets were able to put together an inspiring comeback victory down the stretch of their road matchup against the Atlanta Hawks, going from trailing as far as 23 points at one point in the night before ultimately getting over the hump in the final minutes, claiming a 134-133 win for their 16th on the season.

Jamal Murray News / Denver Nuggets on SI / December 6

Jamal Murray Speaks on Nuggets' Resilient Comeback Win vs. Hawks

The Denver Nuggets, through a defining second half to come back from what was up to a 23-point deficit, were able to rally for a ninth-straight win on the road against the Atlanta Hawks, 133-134, largely in part due to the impressive night from Jamal Murray.

NBA News / Ball Exclusives / December 6

Nuggets complete the third-largest franchise comeback with one-point victory over Hawks

The Denver Nuggets continue to play elite basketball. Even when they seem down and out, they never quit and usually find a way to win the ball game. This, the Atlanta Hawks found out on Friday night.

Nikola Jokic News / Denver Nuggets on SI / December 6

Nikola Jokic Admits He Played ‘Sissy’ Before Nuggets’ Rally vs. Hawks

It wasn't a hot start for anyone on the Denver Nuggets in the first half before their eventual comeback victory over the Atlanta Hawks, as they would inevitably enter the break down 19 points and shooting a collective 4-17 from three that made for hopes of a win looking a bit bleak.

NBA News / Field Level Media / December 5

Nikola Jokic pours in 40 as Nuggets overtake Hawks

Nikola Jokic totaled 40 points, nine rebounds and eight assists on Friday, helping the visiting Denver Nuggets rally for a 134-133 win over the Atlanta Hawks.

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.

Jamal Murray 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.

Jamal Murray News / Athlon Sports / December 4

Former NBA Player Makes Bold Jamal Murray Prediction

Denver Nuggets star Jamal Murray has stepped up his game for the 2025-26 NBA season. While he's always been the second option to Nikola Jokic, he's done more this season compared to the past.

Denver Nuggets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 3

Nuggets loses another starter to injury in Pacers game

The Denver Nuggets have been dealt a tough hand thus far during the 2025-26 NBA season. First, Christian Braun went down with an ankle injury in mid-November.

NBA News / Yardbarker / December 3

Three possible landing spots for Chris Paul after Clippers exit

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Aaron Gordon News / Athlon Sports / December 2

Aaron Gordon Predicts Nuggets Championship Without Hesitation

The Denver Nuggets have set their eyes on winning the 2026 NBA championship this season. So far, the Nuggets have been competitive and are 14-6, which puts them in fourth place in the Western Conference.

Nikola Jokic News / Yardbarker / November 29