In a puzzling twist, the Denver Nuggets found themselves on the wrong side of a 113-106 defeat to the San Antonio Spurs, lacking their star Nikola Jokic and other key players. The absence was attributed to the wear and tear from Jokic's previous game, where he logged a staggering 53 minutes. The Nuggets, trailing 9-0 at one point, rallied with Russell Westbrook leading the charge, scoring a season-high 30 points. Despite a valiant effort, the undermanned Nuggets couldn't fend off the Spurs, who saw seven players reach double digits.

Jalen Pickett shined with a triple-double in his first NBA start, indicating potential for the future. However, head coach Michael Malone had made a tough decision not to play Jokic, prioritizing his health over a fleeting victory. This back-to-back loss now sees the Nuggets slotting precariously into fourth place in the standings, trailing behind the Los Angeles Lakers. With injuries and illnesses plaguing the team, they must rally and find a way to contend in the upcoming games.

Nikola Jokic led the Denver Nuggets to a commanding 117-90 victory over the Phoenix Suns, scoring 32 points with 13 coming in a pivotal third quarter. Michael Porter Jr. added 24 points, while the Nuggets overcame the absence of Jamal Murray.

The Suns, dealing with injuries to Devin Booker and Grayson Allen, struggled offensively, relying heavily on Kevin Durant and Bradley Beal, who each scored 23 points. Denver's strong performance in the third quarter, where they outscored Phoenix 45-28, proved decisive.

The Denver Nuggets showcased a strong performance with a decisive 117-90 victory over the Phoenix Suns, marking their fifth win in six games. After a narrow halftime lead, the Nuggets dominated the third quarter, significantly improving their defensive play.

Despite Jamal Murray's absence due to a sprained ankle, Michael Porter Jr. stepped up with 24 points. Nikola Jokic led the scoring with 32 points, maintaining an impressive 3-point shooting percentage. The team is now gearing up for a rematch against the Suns on Christmas Day.

The Denver Nuggets are looking for redemption after a tough loss to the Memphis Grizzlies, but both teams are facing significant injury challenges. The Nuggets are missing key players, including Nikola Jokic, who is out for personal reasons, and Aaron Gordon, who is dealing with a calf strain.

Meanwhile, the Grizzlies are also affected, with Ja Morant sidelined due to hip and pelvic injuries. The Nuggets have struggled without Jokic, losing two consecutive games in his absence. The matchup is set for 8:00 p.m. EST tonight.

The Denver Nuggets are set to clash with the New Orleans Pelicans in their first regular season matchup. The Nuggets are on a five-game winning streak, while the Pelicans are struggling with five consecutive losses.

Injuries are a concern for both teams, with the Nuggets listing Nikola Jokic and Aaron Gordon among others, while the Pelicans have key players like CJ McCollum and Zion Williamson out. The game is scheduled for 8:00 p.m. EST tonight.