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On YouTubeDenver Nuggets News / Hardwood Heroics / January 6
'They’re Probably Gonna Have a Beer and Talk About This Game' – Denver Nuggets Coach Gets 100% Real on Pulsating OT Win Vs. Philadelphia 76ers
The Denver Nuggets halted their two-game skid in style, as they recorded a 125-124 overtime win against the Philadelphia 76ers on Monday night, with Bruce Brown’s goaltended layup sealing the deal.
Denver Nuggets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 6
Exclusive: How Nuggets G-League GM Chad Iske learned to value glue over glory in star-driven NBA
Chad Iske has spent nearly two decades in the NBA’s inner sanctum. The Kansas alum has been in meeting rooms with George Karl and on courts with Carmelo Anthony, Brad Beal, John Wall, and LaMelo Ball.
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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.
NBA News / Denver Stiffs / January 5
The Denver Nuggets, missing every starter, defeated the Philadelphia 76ers 125-124 in overtime 
Are you not entertained? The Denver Nuggets pulled off an incredible upset, defeating the Philadelphia 76ers 125-124 in overtime despite Denver missing 7 rotation players, including all their starters.
NBA News / Field Level Media / January 5
Heavily depleted Nuggets come away with OT win over 76ers
Bruce Brown was credited with the decisive bucket with 5.3 seconds left in overtime as the shorthanded Denver Nuggets topped the host Philadelphia 76ers 125-124 on Monday.
NBA News / Yardbarker / January 6
Pickett's charge: Nuggets upset Sixers in Philly behind third-year guard
The Denver Nuggets had seven rotation players out Monday night, including three-time MVP Nikola Jokic. They leaned on Jalen Pickett and a group of reserves to upset the Philadelphia 76ers in overtime, 125-124.
Denver Nuggets News / Larry Brown Sports / January 5
Nuggets find a way around the NBA's load management rules
The Denver Nuggets are skating by on a technicality this week.
Nikola Jokic News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 5
ClutchPoints’ NBA MVP Mondays: Nikola Jokic still No. 1 despite injury threatening eligibility
Two seasons have gone by with the NBA utilizing its new Player Participation Policy, which includes a 65-game minimum for awards and accolades at the end of the season, like the MVP award.
Jamal Murray News / Denver Nuggets on SI / January 5
Why the NBA Can’t Fine Nuggets for Resting Jamal Murray vs. 76ers
Starting in 2023, the NBA implemented a new set of rules to encourage player participation across the league, and particularly for stars, within the regular season that now prohibits each "star-level" player from resting during a high-profile, nationally televised game in the regular season without a major fine coming their way.
Denver Nuggets News / Denver Nuggets on SI / January 5
Nuggets Rule Out Seven Key Players for 76ers Game
It is no secret that the Denver Nuggets have been dealing with an absurd amount of injuries, most notably to three-time MVP Nikola Jokic, but they have reached a new season-worst ahead of Monday's game against the Philadelphia 76ers.
NBA News / Hardwood Heroics / January 5
David Adelman Calls Michael Porter Jr. Trade a Win-Win After Nuggets Move On
Michael Porter Jr. started his professional career as the 14th overall pick by the Denver Nuggets in the 2018 NBA draft. He spent the first six seasons of his career in Denver before the Nuggets decided to move on from him this offseason, trading him to the Brooklyn Nets.
Denver Nuggets News / Denver Nuggets on SI / January 5
Nuggets Could Rest Multiple Starters for 76ers Game
The Denver Nuggets have been hit with the injury bug this season, but Sunday's game against the Brooklyn Nets offered some hope of better days to come.
NBA News / Field Level Media / January 5
Next up for ailing Nuggets is a visit to surging 76ers
The Denver Nuggets are reeling and navigating a variety of injuries, and things won't get any easier when they visit the Philadelphia 76ers on Monday. The Nuggets are coming off Sunday's 127-115 loss to the Brooklyn Nets as they dropped to 1-4 on their seven-game road trip.
Jamal Murray News / The SportsRush / January 4
Is Jamal Murray Playing Tonight vs Nets? Injury Report (January 4th)
Denver Nuggets might be 3rd in the Western Conference as we speak but their future in the 2025-26 season looks rather bleak in light of some serious injury concerns.
Denver Nuggets News / Hoops Rumors / January 4
Nuggets’ Gordon, Braun Could Return Sunday; MPJ Active For Nets
The Nuggets could get a pair of starters back for Sunday’s contest at Brooklyn, having listed Aaron Gordon and Christian Braun as questionable for the matchup with the Nets (Twitter link).
Jonas Valanciunas News / Hoops Wire / January 3
Nuggets’ Jonas Valanciunas on if he’s happy after overseas flirtation: ‘No, I’m injured’
Jonas Valanciunas is staying put. For now, anyway. The Nuggets center addressed his future recently after it became known that he received serious interest from Panathinaikos last summer, a flirtation that briefly raised eyebrows around the league.
NBA News / Hoops Wire / January 3
Cavs come alive when it matters, fight off depleted Nuggets
The Cavaliers ran their winning streak to three, but let’s not kid ourselves. This one was messy. Cleveland needed every bit of Donovan Mitchell’s 33 points to escape with a 113-108 win over a Nuggets squad that was missing four of its five opening-night starters.
Denver Nuggets News / Hoops Wire / January 3
Nuggets receive encouraging updates before ‘scrimmage’ vs. Cavs
The Nuggets received some encouraging injury news Friday, even as they continue to operate short-handed. NBA on Prime reporter Cassidy Hubbarth said during
Denver Nuggets News / Stadium Rant / January 2
What’s Next For The Nuggets In 2026?
The injury bug has hit the Denver Nuggets in a big way. They have four starters out, and a key bench player is sidelined. With these events transpiring, their approach must change.
Jonas Valanciunas News / Field Level Media / January 1
Nuggets C Jonas Valanciunas (calf) to miss at least month
The Denver Nuggets already were without star center Nikola Jokic for a minimum of a month, and now his backup will be sidelined for the same period. Jonas Valanciunas strained his right calf on Wednesday, and the team announced a day later that he would be re-evaluated in four weeks.
Denver Nuggets News / Yardbarker / January 2
Should NBA adjust MVP rule to accommodate stars like Nikola Jokic?
With the 2025–26 NBA season nearing its midpoint, the league’s MVP race has been thrown into uncertainty. Denver Nuggets superstar Nikola Jokic — widely considered the best player in the world — is expected to miss at least four weeks after suffering a hyperextended left knee and bone bruise in Monday’s loss to the Miami Heat.
Nikola Jokic News / Yardbarker / December 30
Report reveals extent of Nuggets star Nikola Jokic's injury
Jokic suffered a knee injury during Monday night's game against the Miami Heat.
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