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Nuggets’ Michael Malone calls out ‘full of s**t’ critics who don’t think Nikola Jokic is MVP

Denver Nuggets head coach Michael Malone didn’t mince words when discussing the ongoing NBA MVP race between his star center Nikola Jokic and Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander.

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Luka Doncic Gives 2-Word Response on Playing Status Against Denver Nuggets

The Denver Nuggets are set to host the Los Angeles Lakers as Nikola Jokic will be able to square off against his good friend Luka Doncic once again. That is if there is no setbacks and Doncic is 100% good to go.

Aaron Gordon News / Denver Nuggets on SI / March 13

NBA Fans React to Aaron Gordon Injury News Before Lakers-Nuggets

The 2024-25 NBA season hasn't been kind to Nuggets champion Aaron Gordon. The Nuggets forward has dealt with a plethora of injuries ranging from his calf, to currently his ankle.

Denver Nuggets News / NBA Analysis Network / March 13

Kendrick Perkins calls out Denver Nuggets coach after over his Nikola Jokic decision, claims he’s failing his star player

The Denver Nuggets suffered a disappointing 115-92 loss at the hands of Minnesota Timberwolves on March 12. Despite a 34-point effort from Nikola Jokic, the 2023 champions fell short against the Timberwolves who are on a six-game winning streak.

NBA News / Denver Nuggets on SI / March 13

NBA Fans React to Nikola Jokic Injury News Before Lakers-Nuggets

On February 22, 2025, the Los Angeles Lakers defeated the Denver Nuggets in the regular season for the first time since 2022. The Nuggets had such a dominant streak over the Lakers that many wondered if LA would ever be capable of beating them again.

Denver Nuggets News / NBA Analysis Network / March 13

Dwight Howard breaks down why his defense on Nikola Jokic was the best ever seen, claims he can still lock him up

Dwight Howard broke down why he had success against Nikola Jokic as a defender and believes he could still show that in a modern NBA game. It seems like Nikola Jokic of the Denver Nuggets is comprehensively taking the crown of the best basketball player of the 2020s.

Nikola Jokic News / Athlon Sports / March 13

Former Player Reveals What Separates Jokic from Giannis, 'As You Get Older...'

The NBA MVP race is a two-man game at this point in the season, with both Nikola Jokic and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander making compelling cases to win the award.

Nikola Jokic News / Athlon Sports / March 13

Nuggets React to Historic Nikola Jokic News

The Denver Nuggets recently fell 115-95 to Anthony Edwards and the Minnesota Timberwolves on a historic night for MVP candidate Nikola Jokic. In the loss to the Minnesota, Jokic recorded 34 points, eight rebounds and four assists. He also logged his 735th game, passing T.R.

NBA News / Yardbarker / March 13

Timberwolves continue to have Nuggets' number

Five games into their second-round series last season, the Nuggets had three straight wins and a 3-2 lead. They haven't beaten the Timberwolves since.

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Nikola Jokic News / Denver Nuggets on SI / March 13

Nikola Jokic's Honest Statement After Nuggets' Blowout Loss to Wolves

After Wednesday night, the Denver Nuggets have officially lost five straight games against the Minnesota Timberwolves, dating all the way back to Game 6 of the Western Conference Semifinals.

Russell Westbrook News / Denver Nuggets on SI / March 13

NBA Fans React to Russell Westbrook's Play in Nuggets vs Timberwolves

For one reason or another, the Minnesota Timberwolves own a massive mental edge over the Denver Nuggets. After defeating Denver in Game 7 of the 2024 Western Conference Semifinals, the Timberwolves have won the last three games straight, including on Tuesday night.

NBA News / NBA Analysis Network / March 12

Nikola Jokic should not suffer the same fate LeBron James did post-2013, ‘all of a sudden…’

Nikola Jokic is in contention to win his fourth MVP award, but he could be held back by a factor that prevented LeBron James after 2012. Nikola Jokic is having yet another brilliant season.

Denver Nuggets News / Denver Nuggets on SI / March 12

Michael Malone's Nikola Jokic Conversation Before Nuggets-Thunder

It's no secret that Nikola Jokic has been banged up while playing the last few games. Jokic has been listed as questionable for numerous games due to an elbow injury, including against the Oklahoma City Thunder.

NBA News / Denver Nuggets on SI / March 12

Denver Nuggets vs Minnesota Timberwolves Injury Report

The Denver Nuggets are hosting the red-hot Minnesota Timberwolves who are winners of their last five games on Wednesday night. This will be the third of four meetings this regular season.

Nikola Jokic News / Athlon Sports / March 12

Ex-NBA Players Offers Nikola Jokic Admission Regarding All-Time Ranking

With three MVPs to his name and possibly a fourth this season, as well as an NBA title, it's impossible to argue that Nikola Jokic is not an all-time great.

Denver Nuggets News / Last Word On Sports / March 11

Jamal Murray Elite Play Skyrockets Nuggets’ Title Chances

After beginning the season with some struggles and lacking consistency, Jamal Murray has returned to playing elite basketball. His play has continued to improve as the season has gone on.

Mike Malone News / Last Word On Sports / March 11

Nuggets’ Michael Malone Delivers Persuasive MVP Argument

The Joker, SGA, Joker, SGA, Joker, SGA…the back and forth continues and likely will not cease until the regular season ends. Nikola Jokić and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander are in the heat of a tight MVP race to the finish line, and it’s the most exciting element of this NBA campaign.

NBA News / Yardbarker / March 11

Nikola Jokic vs. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander: NBA MVP tale of the tape

Nikola Jokic got his revenge on Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Monday night as the Nuggets beat the Thunder, 140-127, to level up the regular-season series at two wins apiece. He also tightened an already incredibly narrow MVP race.

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Vlatko Cancar News / Hoops Rumors / March 9

Nuggets' Vlatko Cancar cleared to return, discusses knee surgery

Nuggets forward/center Vlatko Cancar, who underwent arthroscopic surgery on his left knee in the fall, was cleared to return earlier this week and was technically active in Denver’s games on Wednesday and Friday, though he didn’t play at all.