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With Joel Embiid no longer eligible to win 23-24 NBA MVP, Nikola Jokic has emerged as the new leader in ESPN's latest straw poll ahead of Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Giannis Antetokounmpo. Jokic received 69 first place votes, 25 second, three third and three fourth to log 889 points. Gilgeous-Alexander had 24 first place votes, 54 second, 16 third, three fourth and two fifth to … [Read more...] about Nikola Jokic, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Finish 1st, 2nd In Latest ESPN MVP Straw Poll

The Denver Nuggets are looking for backcourt depth in the trade market, according to Marc Stein of The Stein Line. The Wizards' Delon Wright is mentioned as a possible trade target. The 31-year-old is averaging 4.4 points and 2.8 assists on the season. The Wizards are also having discussion for Kyle Kuzma, Daniel Gafford, and Tyus Jones. … [Read more...] about Nuggets Looking For Backcourt Depth, Delon Wright A Possible Trade Target

Denver Nuggets forward Aaron Gordon said there was no one to blame but himself for his dog biting him on Christmas. Gordon explained what happened in the unfortunate incident. "I guess it's a little bit embarrassing, but not too embarrassing to where I can't talk about it," he said. "I don't drink a lot during the season. I probably had a little bit too much eggnog. I was kind … [Read more...] about Aaron Gordon Has 21 Stitches After Dog Bite

Aaron Gordon suffered lacerations to his face and hand from a dog bite on Christmas Day. Gordon needed 21 stitches following the incident. Gordon will remain away from the Denver Nuggets while he recovers. Gordon is described as being in good condition. … [Read more...] about Aaron Gordon Out Indefinitely With Injuries Suffered From Dog

The Christmas Day game between the Los Angeles Lakers and Boston Celtics averaged 5 million viewers, representing an 18% decline from last year's window. Despite the decline, it was the most watched game of the season thus far. At least four out of the five games saw a decline from last year, with figures not available for the Warriors-Nuggets matchup. The opening game between … [Read more...] about Celtics-Lakers Christmas Day Game Averages 5M Viewers, Down 18% From Last Year