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Nuggets limp into New Orleans with sights set on season sweep

The Denver Nuggets are continuing their winning ways despite dealing with a myriad of injuries. Bruised and bandaged, the Nuggets will look to complete a three-game season sweep of the spiraling Pelicans on Tuesday in New Orleans.

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Nuggets' Peyton Watson Earns Unexpected Award From NBA

The Denver Nuggets have had quite the week, going 3-1 in four games, despite playing without Nikola Jokic in all of them and Jamal Murray in three of them.

Bruce Brown News / Denver Nuggets on SI / January 12

Bruce Brown Reacts to Surviving Nuggets’ Shorthanded Stretch

The Denver Nuggets, despite being without four of their five typical starters in the rotation against the Milwaukee Bucks, put together just enough for a 104-108 upset victory on their home floor behind a resilient effort from their depth stepping up to the occasion.

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Christian Braun News / Denver Nuggets on SI / January 12

Nuggets Address Christian Braun Injury Absence vs. Bucks

The Denver Nuggets, in the midst of their resilient 116-114 win over the Milwaukee Bucks, found out before tip-off that they would be without guard Christian Braun in the lineup, who was ruled out for a second time since returning from his weeks-long absence from an ankle sprain.

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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.

Nikola Jokic News / Total Pro Sports / January 12

Nikola Jokic Soaks It In After Badly Undermanned Nuggets Stun the Bucks

The Denver Nuggets were expected to be in a pinch on Sunday night. Without Nikola Jokic, Jamal Murray, and several regular starters, Denver entered the matchup shorthanded and overlooked. Still, by the end of the night, the Nuggets had done more than survive.

David Adelman News / Denver Nuggets on SI / January 12

David Adelman Speaks on How Nuggets Pulled off Upset Win vs. Bucks

The Denver Nuggets managed to pull off an upset win over the Milwaukee Bucks on Sunday night, taking down two-time MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo, despite being without Nikola Jokic, Jamal Murray, and other key players.

Aaron Gordon News / Total Pro Sports / January 12

Nuggets Coach Drops Hilarious Reason for Breaking Aaron Gordon’s Minutes Rule

The Denver Nuggets will be pushing for a championship run this season. With some impressive performances throughout the season, the team has almost secured a place in the playoffs.

Nikola Jokic News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 12

Nuggets’ Nikola Jokic reportedly ‘antsy’ to return from knee injury

Denver Nuggets head coach David Adelman provided a promising update on Nikola Jokic’s recovery from a hyperextended knee. According to Adelman, Jokic is very eager to get back on the court.

Denver Nuggets News / EssentiallySports / January 12

Denver Finds New Fan Favorite In Tim Hardaway Jr. After 25-Point Performance vs Bucks

A star center is sidelined for a month. Four starters out. Jamal Murray is pushing himself to his limit. And a rotation dependent on inexperienced rookies.

NBA News / Denver Stiffs / January 11

Denver Nuggets grind it out shorthanded against Milwaukee Bucks, win 108-104

The Denver Nuggets must just be used to playing with about half of their normal rotation at this point. Once again down four starters, the Nuggets took on Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Milwaukee Bucks and didn’t back down.

NBA News / Denver Nuggets on SI / January 11

Three Keys to Nuggets' Shocking Win Over Giannis Antetokounmpo's Bucks

The Denver Nuggets, despite playing without Nikola Jokic, Jamal Murray, Jonas Valanciunas, Christian Braun, and Cam Johnson, managed to escape the Milwaukee Bucks on Sunday night.

Denver Nuggets News / Field Level Media / January 11

Aaron Gordon's late FTs help Nuggets fend off Bucks

Aaron Gordon had 23 points, including two free throws with 4.4 seconds left, and the host Denver Nuggets held on to beat the Milwaukee Bucks 108-104 on Sunday night.

Nikola Jokic News / Denver Nuggets on SI / January 11

Nuggets' Nikola Jokic Receives New Expected Return Date for Knee Injury

The Denver Nuggets are just 3-4 since Nikola Jokic suffered a hyperextension in his right knee, compared to their 22-9 record when he plays. There is no question that the Nuggets desperately want Jokic on the floor, but rushing him back from injury will not help anyone.

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NBA News / Denver Nuggets on SI / January 11

Why Nuggets May Struggle Containing Giannis Antetokoumpo, Bucks

The Denver Nuggets' next task that lies ahead for their regular season is the challenge of the Milwaukee Bucks and two-time MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo for

Denver Nuggets News / Denver Nuggets on SI / January 10

Nuggets' David Adelman Weighs In on Christian Braun’s Struggles

It hasn't been the smoothest start for Denver Nuggets wing Christian Braun in the three games he's had under his belt since returning from his ankle sprain.

Nikola Jokic News / Total Pro Sports / January 10

Nuggets Coach Voices Frustration Over League Rule Impacting Nikola Jokic’s Season

Durability has long defined Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets. For nearly a decade, Jokic showed up nightly, rarely missing games. That reliability now sits at the center of a growing debate tied to health, timing, and league policy.

Spencer Jones News / The Lead / January 9

Spencer Jones Is Emerging as an Unsung Hero for the Nuggets

In the midst of the 2025-26 NBA season, the Denver Nuggets have navigated a wave of injuries to key contributors. This includes Nikola Jokić (knee), Cameron Johnson (knee), and Jonas Valančiūnas (calf), along with recent returns and restrictions for Aaron Gordon and Christian Braun.