Denver Nuggets’ Scouting Report
The Denver Nuggets enter tonight’s contest with a record of 14 wins and 20 losses. That currently sits them 10th in the Western Conference standings, but just a half game behind the Kings for the final playoff spot.
The Nuggets have struggled at home this season. They have won just 7 of their 16 home contests. The Pepsi Center has been not been a generous home to the Nuggets this season.
On Monday, the Denver Nuggets traveled to Oakland to take on the Golden State Warriors. Denver put up a great effort but ultimately fell to the Warriors 127-119 in a slugfest. Below is a highlight video from that game to give you a peek at this year’s Nuggets squad.
The Nuggets are building a young and exciting core around talented big man Nikola Jokic. He is one of my current favorite players to watch and a true stat stuffing monster. Jokic is a uniquely skilled offensive player. At age 21, Jokic is averaging 12.4 points, 0.4 three-pointers made, 7.6 rebounds, and 3.6 assists per game in only 24.4 minutes. He is doing that while shooting 58.6% from the field, 31.4% from distance, and 78.5% from the free throw line. This guy is great to watch with the ball in his hands, so tune in tonight for a little Jokic magic.