Tag: Trae Young
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Nuggets vs. Hawks: 3 takeaways from Denver’s much-needed bounce back in Atlanta
Nikola Jokic flirted with a second straight 50-point game, while Michael Porter Jr., Christian Braun and Julian Strawther enjoyed efficient, double-digit scoring nights to help the Nuggets end their three-game road trip with a win.
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Bones Hyland, Austin Rivers star in their roles, help Denver Nuggets start road trip with win over Atlanta Hawks
The absence of Bones Hyland and Austin Rivers varied in length and severity, but their return to the rotation provided a boost in the Nuggets’ 133-115 win over the Hawks on Friday in Atlanta. After being sent home Wednesday for a violation of team rules, Hyland led six Nuggets in double figures with a new…
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Aaron Gordon makes impact on both ends as Denver Nuggets beat Atlanta Hawks
DENVER – Aaron Gordon got it done on both ends Friday at Ball Arena. “Aaron Gordon was just phenomenal tonight,” Nuggets coach Michael Malone said after Denver’s 105-96 win over the visiting Atlanta Hawks. Gordon scored a team-high 23 points, making 7 of 11 shots from the field, 3 of 5 from 3-point range and…
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Gambling: When it comes to NBA playoffs, “Bet what you know, not what you think”
The NBA playoffs have been a tough handicapping challenge for many this year. We have had a series where the home team lost every game, and others where home court advantage is all that mattered. We had some that played way above their average totals and others that were well short. Some even alternated game…