After starting the season 11-10, the Denver Nuggets were sitting at ninth in the Western Conference standings. They were without an identity and struggling to win games consistently. Twenty games later, the Nuggets are 25-16 with control of a top-four seed in a strong conference. They have finally found an identity, which has allowed them to win 14 of their last 20 games. With … [Read more...] about Denver Nuggets are Sneakily Climbing Up the Standings
Midseason All-NBA Teams For 2024-25 Season
Through games played on January 17, every team has played between 38-43 games. Therefore, it is basically the midway point of the season. Let’s take a look at the midseason All-NBA teams for the 2024-25 season. Keep in mind that All-NBA teams are now positionless. This is not a prediction on how the All-NBA teams will turn out, it is just looking at what has occurred thus far … [Read more...] about Midseason All-NBA Teams For 2024-25 Season
Jamal Murray is Returning to All-Star Form
Jamal Murray ignited for 45 points against the Dallas Mavericks on Tuesday. His incredible performance was his first game scoring 40 or more since Game 2 of the first round of the 2022-23 playoffs. He went 121 games without a 40-point game until his recent outburst. With Murray struggling to start the season, he desperately needed to provide his All-Star self again. It could … [Read more...] about Jamal Murray is Returning to All-Star Form
Jokic-Westbrook Sets Up Thought-Provoking Legacy Conversation
Nikola Jokic is already a basketball icon. He has won three MVP awards in four years, a Finals MVP, and a championship. These accolades place him in the conversation of all-time greats. Many, like Kevin Durant, have claimed Jokic is a top-10 player ever. However, this claim feels premature. While Jokic’s brilliance is undeniable, his resume still lacks the volume of … [Read more...] about Jokic-Westbrook Sets Up Thought-Provoking Legacy Conversation
Russell Westbrook’s Resurrection A Gift & Curse For Nuggets
Every season is different. At least that’s what coaches and players say. So, while the Denver Nuggets’ continuity has been their x-factor in the past, it’s not at the root of their success this season. Russell Westbrook’s Resurrection A Gift & Curse For Nuggets Three-time NBA MVP, Nikola Jokic, is certainly at the center of Denver’s gameplan. A massive man with buttery soft … [Read more...] about Russell Westbrook’s Resurrection A Gift & Curse For Nuggets