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Gonzaga fans are in for a treat today as two beloved former Bulldogs, Chet Holmgren and Julian Strawther, prepare to face off in a winner-take-all Game 7 of the NBA Western Conference Semifinals.

Denver Nuggets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 16

Julian Strawther’s immediate message after Nuggets win vs. Thunder

Julian Strawther made the most of his opportunity in Denver’s crucial Game 6 win over the Oklahoma City Thunder. The young guard caught fire off the bench, providing an offensive spark that played a major role in the Nuggets’ 119-107 victory.

Denver Nuggets News / Athlon Sports / May 16

Nuggets' David Adelman Reveals What Was 'Funny' About Julian Strawther's Performance

The Denver Nuggets boast two all-time great players on their roster. Russell Westbrook, despite his reputation as an inefficient shot-chucker, is one of the best point guards of all-time, and Nikola Jokic is in rare company, boasting three MVP awards.

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Denver Nuggets News / Athlon Sports / May 16

The Julian Strawther Game: The Former Gonzaga Standout Comes Up Clutch in Game 6

In a do-or-die Game 6 of the Western Conference Semifinals, Julian Strawther delivered the kind of performance Gonzaga fans have always believed he could perform on the NBA's biggest stage.

Denver Nuggets News / CBSSports.com / May 16

Nikola Jokić finally gets help he needs as Julian Strawther, youngsters show up in Nuggets' Game 6 win vs. OKC

Denver's youth stepped up to support the three-time MVP and force Game 7

NBA News / Yardbarker / May 16

Three stars from Thursday's Nuggets-Thunder game

Here are three stars from the Nuggets' 119-107 win over the Thunder on Thursday.

Jamal Murray shakes off illness as Nuggets force Game 7 vs. Thunder

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NBA News / Yardbarker / May 16

Jamal Murray shakes off illness as Nuggets force Game 7 vs. Thunder

The Jokic-Murray combination has won a lot of big playoff games over the years. Thursday's game was one of the biggest.

OKC's risky Shai Gilgeous-Alexander move backfires in Game 6 loss

Nuggets star dealing with major injury concern ahead of decisive Game 7

Kobe Bryant's recovery can serve as inspiration for Jayson Tatum

Embarrassing story emerges on Cavs owner's expensive playoff investment

Giannis Antetokounmpo would be wise to stay put in the East

NBA News / Sportscasting / May 5

2025 NBA Playoffs Preview: Are The Thunder Ready To Take The Next Step Against The Nuggets?

Now that the dust has settled on the first round and only eight teams remain, we can focus on the second round. And we have a treat on our hands in the Western Conference Semifinals, as the top-seeded Oklahoma City Thunder will face off against the fourth-seeded Denver Nuggets.

Denver Nuggets News / The Lead / April 2

Are the Denver Nuggets Still Title Contenders?

The Denver Nuggets have had a rollercoaster year. Nikola Jokić is still establishing himself as the defining player of his era with another MVP campaign.

Denver Nuggets News / Hardwood Heroics / April 1

Denver Nuggets: Will Jamal Murray, Nikola Jokic Play in 2024-25 Regular Season Series Finale vs. Timberwolves?

The Denver Nuggets are gaining momentum again. Following a 129-119 loss to the Chicago Bulls at home last week, the Nuggets have gone 2-0 with back-to-back

Denver Nuggets News / Athlon Sports / March 4

Denver Nuggets Make Injury Announcement For Key Reserve

The Denver Nuggets have been one of the hottest teams in the NBA over the past few months, but they received some disappointing injury news on Tuesday.

Denver Nuggets News / Hoops Rumors / March 4

Nuggets' Julian Strawther out at least four weeks with sprained knee

The Nuggets have ruled out a key reserve for the rest of March, announcing that second-year wing Julian Strawther has been diagnosed with a left knee sprain and will be reevaluated in four weeks.

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Denver Nuggets News / Denver Nuggets on SI / March 4

Key Denver Nuggets Player's Unfortunate Injury News After Celtics Game

The Denver Nuggets have been rather inconsistent since their nine-game winning streak was broken, not winning or losing consecutive games since. Ending their four-game road trip on Sunday, the Nuggets fell to the reigning NBA Champions, the Boston Celtics, 110-103.

Denver Nuggets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / March 2

️Nuggets’ Julian Strawther leaves Celtics clash with concerning injury

The Denver Nuggets (39-22) lost one of their most offensively impactful role players during the second half of Sunday’s 110-103 loss to the Boston Celtics (43-18).

Denver Nuggets News / Athlon Sports / February 14

How Nuggets' Julian Strawther Performed in NBA Rising Stars Challenge

The NBA’s best young players took the court on Friday night for the NBA Rising Stars Challenge, which kicked off All-Star weekend. In the first game of the Rising Stars Challenge, Team C defeated Team T behind a great performance from Keyonte George of the Utah Jazz and Stephon Castle of the San Antonio Spurs.

NBA News / Athlon Sports / February 13

NBA Makes Julian Strawther Announcement After Scoot Henderson News

For NBA fans, it came as no surprise that Nikola Jokic was named to his seventh All-Star Game this season. Jokic is in the midst of one of the greatest peaks in league history and has become a fixture of the event, representing the Denver Nuggets.

NBA News / Gonzaga Bulldogs on SI / February 12

Julian Strawther selected to NBA Rising Stars game

The Gonzaga men's basketball program will indeed be represented at the NBA's All-Star festivities in San Francisco this weekend, as Julian Strawther is set to compete in the Rising Stars Game after receiving the nod from the NBA on Wednesday.

NBA News / Hoops Rumors / February 12

Julian Strawther replaces Scoot Henderson for rising stars

Nuggets guard Julian Strawther will participate in the Rising Stars event at All-Star weekend on Friday, the NBA announced today (via Twitter). According to the league, Strawther is replacing Trail Blazers guard Scoot Henderson, who won’t be available to take part due to a sprained right ankle.