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Denver’s title-era run ends with a six-game first-round loss to a depleted Minnesota squad, as injuries and depth issues expose the Nuggets’ flaws. Jokic shines in Game 6, but Jamal Murray struggles and the defense and supporting cast falter, prompting questions about building around Jokic this offseason.
Denver finished 54–28 (3rd in the West) behind a historic offense and a superstar season from Nikola Jokić (27.7 PPG, 12.9 RPG, 10.7 APG; league leader in rebounds and assists) with Jamal Murray breaking out as a full-season star. Offseason moves brought Cameron Johnson and Tim Hardaway Jr., but injuries limited key pieces (Braun 44 games, Johnson 54, Gordon 36) and Denver’s defense ranked 21st (117.4 DRtg) despite the record offense. After a 12-game closing run to lock the No. 3 seed, the Nuggets were upset in the first round by Minnesota; Jokić notched a 27–12–16 triple‑double in Game 5 but Denver couldn’t complete the rally. The result raises questions about next steps with roster and health considerations ahead.
Denver’s season ended with a 110-98 Game 6 loss in Minnesota, as the Nuggets couldn’t sustain momentum and were outrebounded and outplayed down the stretch. Jaden McDaniels led the Wolves with 32 points and 10 rebounds, Nikola Jokic nearly posted a triple-double with 28-9-10, and Cam Johnson added 27, but Jamal Murray struggled (12 points on 4-for-17). The result capped a series the piece calls a flat-out failure, with questions about accountability and needed organizational changes looming as Denver confronts what went wrong and how to rebound.
Denver’s first‑round exit to Minnesota sets up a high‑stakes summer: the front office must decide whether to chase another title by absorbing a steep luxury‑tax bill or pivot by reshaping the roster with traded veterans. With Jokic and Murray anchoring a core that includes health‑prone Aaron Gordon, the team faces crucial decisions on extensions and contracts (including Jokic’s potential extension and the looming 2027 free agency), while weighing moves for players like Gordon, Cam Johnson, and Peyton Watson and continuing to develop Julian Strawther. Tax constraints limit tantalizing upgrades, making the path forward—whether to stay course or reimage—central to Denver’s championship window.
Denver beat Minnesota 125-113 in Game 5, building a 27-point lead before fending off a late Wolves surge; Nikola Jokic had 27 points and 16 assists, while Spencer Jones and Cam Johnson supplied key scoring and Aaron Gordon returned to contribute. The Wolves were hampered by injuries to Anthony Edwards and Donte DiVincenzo, and the series heads to Minneapolis for Game 6 with Denver aiming to close.
Denver Nuggets beat the Minnesota Timberwolves 116-105 in Game 1, aided by a 33-19 free-throw edge and Jamal Murray going 16-for-16 from the line, a performance Timberwolves coach Chris Finch labeled a “head-scratcher” and questioned as officiating since Murray and Jokic drew fouls; Murray defended the calls saying he was fouled, while Jokic had only one free throw.
Jamal Murray attacked the rim to a 30-point night powered by a career-high 16 free throws as the Nuggets beat the Timberwolves 116-105 in Game 1; Nikola Jokic posted a triple-double while Minnesota’s Chris Finch groused about the officiating, a critique that drew skepticism as Denver seized the series lead.
Jamal Murray scored 30 and Nikola Jokic posted a triple-double (25 points, 13 rebounds, 11 assists) as the Denver Nuggets beat the Minnesota Timberwolves 116-105 to take a 1-0 lead in the series, with Denver tightening its defense and Murray/Jokic delivering in crunch time.
Denver hosts Milwaukee on the second night of a back-to-back after a 107-97 win over Washington. The Nuggets’ injury report is lengthy, with Nikola Jokić out (left knee bone bruise), Tamar Bates out, Christian Braun out, Cam Johnson out, Aaron Gordon probable, Jamal Murray questionable, Jonas Valančiūnas questionable, and Peyton Watson questionable. Milwaukee’s list includes Alex Antetokounmpo out, Kevin Porter Jr out, Taurean Prince out, AJ Green questionable, Gary Trent Jr questionable, and Myles Turner probable.
Denver, missing multiple players including Nikola Jokić, hosts Charlotte to close a back-to-back. The Nuggets have won six of seven and a four-game streak while going 7-3 without Jokić, with Jamal Murray carrying the offense after a 42-point performance as they prepare for Sunday’s Hornets game.
Denver Nuggets guard Jamal Murray suggested that a lack of focus, possibly due to players staying in Los Angeles after a win against the Lakers, contributed to their 145-118 loss to the New York Knicks. Murray later clarified that the entire team stayed in LA. Coach Mike Malone expressed frustration, refusing to dismiss the loss, emphasizing the team's lack of effort and physicality. The Knicks' offense was unstoppable, with OG Anunoby scoring a career-high 40 points and Jalen Brunson adding 23 points and 17 assists. The Nuggets' home record fell to 5-4.
Denver Nuggets coach Michael Malone expressed frustration after a 145-118 loss to the New York Knicks, criticizing the team's lack of effort and leadership, particularly from stars Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray. Malone emphasized the need for the team to remember the embarrassment and improve their defensive play and leadership. The loss marks a downturn for the Nuggets, who have lost four of their last six games.
Jamal Murray expressed concerns about the Denver Nuggets' focus following their loss to the New York Knicks, attributing the lack of concentration to some players staying in Los Angeles after a previous game. He emphasized the importance of maintaining focus throughout the long NBA season, suggesting that distractions outside of basketball can impact performance.
The Denver Nuggets secured a 122-110 victory over the Memphis Grizzlies in an NBA Cup game, despite missing star player Nikola Jokic. Jamal Murray led with 27 points, while Russell Westbrook made history by achieving his 200th career triple-double. The Nuggets overcame a late Grizzlies comeback, with Dario Saric sealing the win with a crucial three-pointer. The game highlighted the team's collective effort and defensive prowess, with multiple players contributing significantly. Vlatko Cancar suffered a knee injury, but initial reports suggest it may not be severe.
The Denver Nuggets, despite missing key players Jamal Murray and Aaron Gordon due to injuries, overcame a 16-point deficit in the second half to defeat the previously undefeated Oklahoma City Thunder, who had beaten them earlier in the season.