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Nikola Jokic’s stunning numbers vs Victor Wembanyama fuels MVP debate again

Nikola Jokic and Victor Wembanyama are at the centre of the NBA MVP conversation this season. The San Antonio Spurs star currently leads the race, while the Denver Nuggets big man sits firmly inside the top three, which also includes Shai Gilgeous-Alexander.

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David Adelman Heaps Praise on Aaron Gordon After Nuggets vs. Spurs

Headed into the Denver Nuggets' Saturday matchup vs. the San Antonio Spurs, David Adelman hinted that star forward Aaron Gordon would be on some form of minutes restriction after dealing with recent hamstring and calf injuries that restricted his recent availability.

Denver Nuggets News / Total Pro Sports / April 5

Nikola Jokic Fires Back at Udonis Haslem With Savage Line That Had Entire Crew Laughing

Someone named Nikola Jokic the Joker for a reason. The gentle giant has all the qualities of looking like something while delivering something else. Last night in Ball Arena, hours before the post-game conversation, Jokic let his game do the talking on Saturday night.

NBA News / Field Level Media / April 5

NBA roundup: Nuggets snap Spurs' 11-game win streak in overtime

Nikola Jokic finished with 40 points, including a 7-foot floater late in overtime, Christian Braun had 21 points, and the host Denver Nuggets ended San Antonio's 11-game winning streak with a 136-134 win over the Spurs on Saturday.

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The 'NBA two's leaders by season' quiz

How many of the players to lead the NBA in made two-pointers for each season of the NBA's three-point era (since 1979-80) can you name in six minutes?

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Every NBA franchise's most infamous villain

Heroes run the NBA, but every story also needs a villain. For some franchises, it's a particularly hated opponent, but every now and then, it's one of their own.

NBA News / Yardbarker / April 4

Nuggets' Nikola Jokic joins elite company with performance vs. Spurs

Before Victor Wembanyama took the NBA by storm, the league was marveling over the dominance of Nikola Jokic. And on Saturday night, the veteran legend made history while getting the better of the younger star.

Jokic outduels Victor Wembanyama as Nuggets foil Sours in overtime

Nikola Jokic continues late MVP push with epic performance in OT win over Spurs

Report: One key Denver Nuggets player could be traded

The 'NBA 20-point triple-doubles' quiz

Denver Nuggets News / Denver Nuggets on SI / April 4

Nikola Jokic Has High Praise for Aaron Gordon After Win vs. Spurs

In a battle with the second-place San Antonio Spurs, the Denver Nuggets pulled out a statement overtime win to extend their winning streak to a season-high eight games.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 4

Thrilling Nuggets-Spurs clash is bringing good vibes back

The NBA can struggle to keep interest in the final handful of regular season games, as fans look ahead to the playoffs and spend the next week catching up on other things.

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20 NBA players who changed how the game is played

Basketball has changed so, so much since it was first played in the late 1800s. The NBA has a lot to do with this, and there are even a handful of players who can be credited with influencing significant shifts on their own.

Denver Nuggets News / Yardbarker / April 4

Nikola Jokic continues MVP push with epic performance vs. Spurs

Nikola Jokic continues late MVP push with epic performance in OT win over Spurs

Nikola Jokic continued his late push for a fourth MVP trophy with an unreal performance in a 136-134 overtime win against the San Antonio Spurs and fellow MVP candidate Victor Wembanyama.

Nikola Jokic outduels Victor Wembanyama as Nuggets foil Sours in overtime

Report: 1 key Denver Nuggets player could be traded

The 'NBA 20-point triple-doubles' quiz

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The 'NCAA men's basketball champions' quiz

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The 'Active 2K-point NBA seasons' quiz

The 'NBA yearly free throw leaders' quiz

NBA News / Field Level Media / April 4

Nikola Jokic outduels Victor Wembanyama as Nuggets foil Sours in overtime

Nikola Jokic finished with 40 points, including a 6-foot floater late in overtime, Christian Braun had 21 points, and the host Denver Nuggets ended San Antonio's 11-game winning streak with a 136-134 win over the Spurs on Saturday.

Aaron Gordon News / Denver Nuggets on SI / April 4

Nuggets Say Aaron Gordon Will Have Limited Role vs. Spurs

The Denver Nuggets still appear to be playing things safe as it concerns Aaron Gordon and his return from his recent hamstring and calf injuries, as he'll seemingly be eyeing a limited role against the San Antonio Spurs.

NBA News / Denver Nuggets on SI / April 4

David Adelman Braces Nuggets for Major Test vs. Spurs, Wembanyama

Even while being in the midst of a seven-game win streak, the Denver Nuggets are set to have their hands full headed into their weekend matchup against the San Antonio Spurs, the current second seed in the Western Conference and one of the premier contenders in this year's race to the Finals.

Denver Nuggets News / Larry Brown Sports / April 3

Report: 1 key Denver Nuggets player could be traded

One key Denver Nuggets player could be getting rerouted after just one season with the team. Nuggets forward Cameron Johnson may potentially be a trade candidate this offseason, Michael Scotto of HoopsHype reported Friday during an appearance on YES Network.

Denver Nuggets News / Hoops Rumors / April 3

Peyton Watson “Week to Week” With Hamstring Injury

Nuggets guard Peyton Watson is considered week-to-week due to a hamstring injury, coach David Adelman told the media on Friday afternoon, according to DNVR Nuggets (Twitter link).

Jamal Murray News / The Lead / April 2

Nuggets Desperately Need 'Playoff Jamal Murray' to Win Another Ring

In the summer of 2023, the Denver Nuggets were on top of the NBA world, defeating the Miami Heat to claim the Larry O’Brien Trophy. Denver took down Anthony Edwards‘ Timberwolves, Kevin Durant‘s Suns, and LeBron James‘ Lakers en route to its first championship in franchise history.