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Nuggets Hit With Another Concerning Blow After Nikola Jokic Knee Injury

Somehow, the Denver Nuggets have upset the basketball gods. Their injury roster keeps getting longer with every game they play. First, Aaron Gordon’s name went up, then Christian Braun, and Cam Johnson followed.

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Nuggets HC Issues Statement on Fresh Injury Setback After Nikola Jokic Blow

2025 decided to claim the Denver Nuggets in one final double whammy. We haven’t even recovered from watching Nikola Jokic go down in ugly fashion. But while their next trip to Toronto ended in a win without the Joker, it wasn’t without another disaster.

NBA News / Fadeaway World / December 31

Instant Analysis: Nuggets Overcome Injury Absences In Shocking Win Over Raptors

The Denver Nuggets continue to find ways to win, even under less-than-ideal circumstances. Short-handed and missing four starters, Denver leaned on depth, discipline, and execution to grind out another impressive result.

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Peyton Watson News / Field Level Media / December 31

Peyton Watson tallies 24 as short-handed Nuggets hold off Raptors

Peyton Watson scored 24 points and added eight rebounds on Wednesday night and the injury-depleted Denver Nuggets defeated the host Toronto Raptors 106-103.

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The 25 greatest rivalries in NBA history

Part of what makes the NBA, or any pro sports league, so compelling to watch is the narratives, especially those centered on rivalries. Throughout the decades, the NBA has fostered a number of rivalries, some long-lasting and others short but sweet.

Jonas Valanciunas News / Denver Nuggets on SI / December 31

Nuggets' Jonas Valanciunas Leaves vs Raptors With Injury

The Denver Nuggets have seemingly been hit with another injury to a critical piece of their rotation. During the Nuggets' third quarter of action vs. the Toronto Raptors, center Jonas Valanciunas went down with an apparent calf injury and would head to the locker room.

Nikola Jokic News / Fadeaway World / December 31

Nikola Jokic Shows Encouraging Progress 48 Hours After Scary Knee Injury

The Denver Nuggets received a much-needed dose of optimism as concerns around Nikola Jokic’s knee injury began to ease. Less than two days after a scary on-court incident, visual evidence has surfaced suggesting the situation may not be as dire as initially feared.

Denver Nuggets News / Last Word On Sports / December 31

Why The Nuggets’ Cameron Johnson Trade Looks Smarter With Jokic Out

DENVER – The Nuggets have weathered an injury storm in the top-heavy Western Conference. They sit third in the West with a 22–10 record. They have missed starters for most of the season.

Nikola Jokic News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 31

Nuggets slapped with harsh trade reality after Nikola Jokic injury

The Denver Nuggets navigated what could have been a disastrous transition period last season after firing both general manager Calvin Booth and head coach Michael Malone in April.

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Nikola Jokic News / Last Word On Sports / December 30

Who Steps Up As Nuggets Survive Nikola Jokic’s Absence

DENVER — The Denver Nuggets have found ways to stay relevant in a top-heavy Western Conference. They have done so despite missing starters for most of the season.