Nikola Jokic has been ruled out of Friday's game against the New Orleans Pelicans for personal reasons. Jokic was initially listed as questionable for the game. Jokic is averaging 29.7 points, 13.7 rebounds and 11.7 assists this season. The Nuggets are 7-3 this season after beginning the season 0-2, largely due to Jokic having another MVP-caliber season. The Nuggets won't play … [Read more...] about Nikola Jokic Out For Friday’s Game Due To Personal Reasons
Darius Garland, Nikola Jokic Named NBA’s Players Of Week 3
Darius Garland and Nikola Jokic have been named the NBA's Players of the Week for Week 3. Garland averaged 25.0 points and 7.3 assists as the Cleveland Cavaliers went 4-0. Jokic averaged 29.5 points, 15.8 rebounds and 14.5 assists as the Denver Nuggets also went 4.0 … [Read more...] about Darius Garland, Nikola Jokic Named NBA’s Players Of Week 3
Nikola Jokic: I’m Just Trying To Play Basketball, And I’m Happy If We Have A Chance Every Year
The Denver Nuggets have reportedly had tension between the coaching staff and front office, but Nikola Jokic has declined to offer an opinion on the situation. "That's not my job," Jokic said. "I'm just trying to play basketball, and I'm happy if we have a chance every year." Since winning the championship in 2023, the Nuggets have lost Kentavious Caldwell-Pope, Bruce Brown, … [Read more...] about Nikola Jokic: I’m Just Trying To Play Basketball, And I’m Happy If We Have A Chance Every Year
Nuggets Join Celtics With Interest In Lonnie Walker IV
The Denver Nuggets have emerged with interest in Lonnie Walker IV. Walker spent the preseason with the Boston Celtics where he averaged 7.2 points, 1.5 rebounds and 2.5 assists in 16.4 minutes. The Celtics have interest in signing Walker depending on whether they can create some roster flexibility. Boston tried to retain Walker ahead of opening night, but that required a trade … [Read more...] about Nuggets Join Celtics With Interest In Lonnie Walker IV
Aaron Gordon Out Multiple Weeks With Right Calf Strain
Aaron Gordon will miss multiple weeks to a right calf strain. Gordon suffered the injury during Monday's win by the Denver Nuggets over the Toronto Raptors. In seven games this season, Gordon is averaging 15.4 points, 6.7 rebounds and 3.1 assists in 30.3 minutes. Gordon has played in at least 68 games in each of his three full seasons with the Nuggets. … [Read more...] about Aaron Gordon Out Multiple Weeks With Right Calf Strain