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Three Takeaways From Nuggets' Road Win Over Wizards

The Denver Nuggets lost consecutive games for just the third time this season, but they were able to snap the losing skid on Thursday night with a 107-97 win over the Washington Wizards.

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Peyton Watson's huge night propels Nuggets past Wizards

Peyton Watson scored a career-high 35 points to go along with eight rebounds, fueling the visiting Denver Nuggets to a 107-97 victory over the Washington Wizards on Thursday.

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Denver Nuggets News / Denver Stiffs / January 22

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Get ready for an exciting NBA showdown as the Denver Nuggets visit the Washington Wizards, and new BetMGM users can enhance their experience with a lucrative welcome offer.

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The 'Active NBA 20-point game leaders' quiz

How many of the active NBA players to score 20 points in at least 200 games in their career can you name in seven minutes?

The 'Active 20-point, 10-assist NBA games' quiz

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Jonas Valanciunas News / Denver Nuggets on SI / January 22

Nuggets' Jonas Valanciunas Gets Key Status Update vs Wizards

The Denver Nuggets appear to be getting some major reinforcements in their frontcourt for their upcoming matchup vs. the Washington Wizards. According to intel from ESPN's Adam Schefter via Altitude Sports Radio, Valanciunas is expected to play in the Nuggets' road trip against the Wizards after missing the past three weeks with a calf strain.

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The 25 players with the most successful post-NBA careers

Most NBA players, no matter how successful, are out of the league before the end of their 30s, or even their 20s. That leaves a lot of life left to live, and a good handful of players have made the most of their professional lives after leaving the court.

Denver Nuggets News / Denver Nuggets on SI / January 22

Nuggets Are Nearing Deadline to Make Roster Decision

It seemed like the Denver Nuggets' 2025-26 season was ready to spiral when they got hit with the injury bug, as things started going south when Aaron Gordon and Christian Braun both went down.

Nikola Jokic News / EssentiallySports / January 22

Nikola Jokic Injury Update: Latest on Nuggets Star’s Knee Recovery Status and When Will He Return?

The Denver Nuggets opened the season on a high note and have maintained that momentum as one of the best-performing teams in the highly competitive Western Conference.

NBA News / Field Level Media / January 21

Shorthanded Nuggets start road trip against Wizards

The Denver Nuggets began their just-concluded three-game homestand on a roll, as Jamal Murray erupted for 42 points and Tim Hardaway Jr. added a season-high 30 in a 121-115 win over the Washington Wizards.

Denver Nuggets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 21

Nuggets’ nightmare 2026 NBA trade deadline scenario with Nikola Jokic out

The Denver Nuggets were relatively quiet when it came to adding talent to the roster in the years following the trade for Aaron Gordon, especially at the NBA trade deadline.

NBA News / Denver Nuggets on SI / January 21

Peyton Watson Admits Lakers' Luka Doncic Gave Nuggets Fits

The Denver Nuggets fell short of a win at home against the Los Angeles Lakers, losing 107-115 in a night that turned out to be a memorable one for the one and only Luka Doncic.

NBA News / Denver Nuggets on SI / January 21

Lakers’ LeBron James Backs Jamal Murray’s All-Star Case

Denver Nuggets superstar center was named as an All-Star starter for the sixth consecutive year, and now fans are eagerly waiting to see if star guard Jamal Murray will be joining him on Team World on February 15th.

NBA News / Denver Nuggets on SI / January 21

LeBron James Praises Nikola Jokic After Nuggets' Loss to Lakers

The Los Angeles Lakers took down the Denver Nuggets on Tuesday night, but one big factor was missing: three-time NBA MVP Nikola Jokic. The Serbian superstar missed his 12th consecutive game on Tuesday night due to a knee injury, and his absence was certainly felt.

NBA News / EasySportz / January 21

Lakers Rally Past Nuggets in Denver Behind Luka Dončić’s Triple-Double

In a thrilling January 20th matchup at Ball Arena, the Los Angeles Lakers overcame a 16-point second-half deficit to defeat the Denver Nuggets 115–107, powered by a breathtaking performance from Luka Dončić.