Tag: Sacramento Kings
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Nuggets vs. Kings | 3 takeaways from Denver’s win in David Adelman’s debut
All five Nuggets starters scored in double figures, and Nikola Jokic recorded a triple-double before the start of the fourth quarter in David Adelman’s first game as interim coach.
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Denver Nuggets’ Nikola Jokic, Michael Malone use few words to urge for better whistle
The Nuggets’ coach and his generational star, who spent much of Wednesday’s win over Sacramento frustrated with the officiating, said a lot by hardly saying anything at all. “Hmmm, next question,” Michael Malone answered when asked if smaller defenders get away with extra physicality against Nikola Jokic after Denver’s 116-110 win over the Kings at…
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Nikola Jokic’s status uncertain for Nuggets’ game against Sacramento Kings
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Nikola Jokic downplayed his limp after Sunday’s loss in Boston, but he popped up on the Nuggets’ injury report Tuesday. The three-time Most Valuable Player is listed as questionable for Wednesday’s game against the Kings at Ball Arena due to left ankle inflammation, the team said. Though Jokic appeared to be hindered early in Sunday’s…
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Nikola Jokic’s one-of-a-kind night carries Denver Nuggets past Sacramento Kings
Nikola Jokic managed a few unique feats in Thursday’s win over Sacramento. First, it was a fifth-consecutive triple double before the end of the third quarter. He’s the only player to do so since 1995-96. “Just another historical performance from a great player,” Nuggets coach Michael Malone said. Then, came the shot of the season.…
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Denver Nuggets coach Michael Malone offers optimistic update on Aaron Gordon, harsh criticism of Sacramento Kings
Michael Malone provided an update on Aaron Gordon’s injury and a takedown of the Sacramento Kings leadership before Friday’s game against the Cavaliers. Before his time in Denver, Malone coached the Kings but was fired after an 11-13 start to the 2014-15 season when DeMarcus Cousins, his star center, was dealing with viral meningitis. Sacramento…
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Nuggets vs. Kings: 3 takeaways from Denver’s rollercoaster win in Sacramento
Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray struggled for most of the night before coming up with clutch performances in the final minute. The win stretched Denver’s win streak to three games.
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Peyton Watson out to realize potential, prove believers right in second season with Denver Nuggets
Peyton Watson has an impressive list of believers he’s looking to prove right in his second season with the Denver Nuggets Growing up as an elite prospect in Los Angeles, there was plenty of exposure to pros, especially in the summer. Kevin Durant and Paul George were some of the first big names to express…
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Stingy defense help Denver Nuggets hold off Washington Wizards
DENVER — The final highlight play in a night full of them helped the Denver Nuggets hold off the Washington Wizards for a 113-105 win Monday at Ball Arena. With 1:17 left and the Wizards within eight after trailing by 33 early in the third quarter, Aaron Gordon drove to his right, crossed the ball from…
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NBA mock draft: Denver Nuggets add guard depth at No. 26
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Teams across the NBA will be looking to follow the Milwaukee Bucks’ lead by adding a player capable of bringing a championship to their city in Thursday’s draft. Here’s a shot at predicting the first round, including the Denver Nuggets’ pick at No. 26. 1. Detroit Pistons Cade Cunningham, G, Oklahoma State The hardest part…