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After dominant trip, Nuggets return home to confront Rockets

The Denver Nuggets haven't played a home game in two weeks, and that seems preferable for the team ranked second in the Western Conference. The Nuggets have lost four straight games at home but can break that streak when they host the Houston Rockets on Monday night.

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Nuggets Might Be NBA's Only Hope To Prevent a Thunder Repeat

There is no doubt that the Oklahoma City Thunder are the best team in the NBA this season. Even after losing to the San Antonio Spurs in the NBA Cup semifinals on Saturday night, the Thunder are still on pace to win 75 games this season, which would be a new NBA record.

Bruce Brown News / Denver Nuggets on SI / December 13

Bruce Brown Brushes Off Nuggets’ Defensive Struggles

While the Denver Nuggets' offense has been flowing as one of the best in the league through the first portion of the NBA season, the defensive side of the ball has been a different story.

Denver Nuggets News / Denver Nuggets on SI / December 13

Former First-Round Pick Could Be Nuggets' Most Likely Trade Candidate

The Denver Nuggets are now 18-6 through the first 24 games of their 2025-26 campaign, and they are one of the few teams in the NBA that are not involved in any trade rumors leading up to February's deadline.

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NBA News / Denver Nuggets on SI / December 13

Victor Wembanyama Shares Brutally Honest Take About Nikola Jokic

The Denver Nuggets arguably have the greatest player in the world with three-time NBA MVP Nikola Jokic, but not everyone thinks he is the best. San Antonio Spurs phenom Victor Wembanyama recently sat down for an interview with ESPN, and when asked who he thinks is the best player in the NBA, his answer could surprise some people.

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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.

Nikola Jokic News / Denver Nuggets on SI / December 13

Former All-NBA Center Names Nikola Jokic His Favorite Player

It's hard not to love watching Nikola Jokic dominate the NBA game on a nightly basis. Nearly every night he takes the floor, Jokic finds his way to some

NBA News / BasketballNews.com / December 13

Wemby: Jokic the best offensive player; Giannis or SGA the best player

As Victor Wembanyama sets his sights on returning to the floor for the first time since suffering a calf injury in November, the Spurs star offered some unique insights into the NBA’s evolving MVP race and broader player hierarchy.

Aaron Gordon News / Denver Nuggets on SI / December 12

Nuggets’ Aaron Gordon Showing Progress From Hamstring Injury

While we're still a few weeks away from Aaron Gordon's return to the Denver Nuggets' lineup from a hamstring strain, it still seems like his recovery is trending in the right direction for when the time finally comes to get back into the action.

Denver Nuggets News / Denver Nuggets on SI / December 12

Nuggets Star Gets Unexpected Nod on NBA MVP Ladder

The Denver Nuggets have been off to their best start in a season in franchise history, winning 18 of their first 24 games as they sit in second place in the Western Conference.

Denver Nuggets News / Denver Nuggets on SI / December 12

David Adelman Says Nuggets Are Blessed to Have Jonas Valanciunas

In the midst of the Denver Nuggets' early season success, a large chunk of the credit has fallen on the shoulders of Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray for being the leaders of this league-best offense, helping this group find their way to the second-best team in the West behind the juggernaut that is the OKC Thunder.

Nikola Jokic News / HITC / December 12

Shaquille O’Neal explains why he wouldn’t need to change his game against Nikola Jokic

Denver Nuggets superstar Nikola Jokic is viewed as the best player and center in the NBA right now. In fact, many have started to view Nikola Jokic as one of the best centers of all time after the Joker led the Denver Nuggets to the 2023 NBA Championship.

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NBA News / Total Apex Sports / December 12

Nuggets Extend Franchise-Record Road Streak in Sacramento Rout 136-105

The Denver Nuggets rolled into the Golden 1 Center on Thursday night and systematically dismantled the Sacramento Kings, 136-105. While the final score suggests a blowout—and it certainly was—the underlying narrative was Denver’s ruthless consistency away from home.

Nikola Jokic News / Field Level Media / December 12

Nikola Jokic, Nuggets trounce Kings, extend road win streak

Nikola Jokic poured 23 of his game-high 36 points into a first-half runaway as the visiting Denver Nuggets crushed the Sacramento Kings 136-105 on Thursday night.

NBA News / Denver Nuggets on SI / December 12

Three Instant Takeaways From Nuggets' Blowout Win Over Kings

The Denver Nuggets picked up their fourth consecutive win on Thursday night on the road against the Sacramento Kings, finishing with a 31-point victory to sweep their four-game road trip.

Spencer Jones News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 11

Exclusive: How Nuggets knew ‘overlooked’ Spencer Jones was ready for starting role

It is hard for Spencer Jones not to chuckle when he pauses to consider what his 10-year-old self would think of his life today. The 24-year-old is now

NBA News / Field Level Media / December 10

Nuggets, Kings clash for 4th time in 6 weeks

Two teams quite familiar with one another meet for the fourth time in less than six weeks when the Denver Nuggets visit the Sacramento Kings on Thursday night.

Jamal Murray News / NBA Analysis Network / December 10

Cam Johnson predicts what will happen to Nuggets teammate Jamal Murray for the first time this season

The Denver Nuggets have been nothing short of impressive this season. They are currently sitting third in the Western Conference with a stellar 17-6 record, boasting the league’s top-ranked offensive rating.

David Adelman News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 9

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.

Aaron Gordon News / EssentiallySports / December 9

Aaron Gordon Injury Update: Nuggets HC Makes Final Decision on His Return This Season

The Denver Nuggets face a major setback as forward Aaron Gordon is all set to remain on the sidelines at least until Christmas, as per coach David Adelman.

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.