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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.

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Nuggets Provide Update on Aaron Gordon's Injury Return

It looks like the Denver Nuggets will still be without Aaron Gordon for a few more weeks. According to Nuggets head coach David Adelman, Gordon will be sidelined until after Christmas Day with his hamstring strain suffered from November.

Denver Nuggets News / Denver Nuggets on SI / December 9

Nikola Jokic on Pace to Join Oscar Robertson in NBA History

The Denver Nuggets are putting together a historic 2025-26 campaign, as they have already had their best 23-game start to a season in franchise history.

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How many of the players to win the NBA's assist title since the NBA/ABA merger in 1976-77 season can you name in five minutes?

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Denver Nuggets News / Denver Nuggets on SI / December 9

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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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.

Jamal Murray News / Denver Nuggets on SI / December 9

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.

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.

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.

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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.

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.

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.

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Denver Nuggets News / Total Apex Sports / December 7

Denver Nuggets Defeat Charlotte Hornets Behind Masterpieces From Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray

In a performance that can only be described as a first-quarter flamethrower, Jamal Murray decided Sunday’s game against the Hornets was his personal playground.

NBA News / Denver Nuggets on SI / December 7

Nuggets Avoid Upset With Win Over Hornets

The Denver Nuggets have not lost a road game since Halloween, but their incredible away-from-home streak was unexpectedly in jeopardy against the Charlotte Hornets on Sunday.

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.

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.

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.

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