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Nuggets Face Challenges Without Jokic as Knicks Thrive

12/31/2025

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The Denver Nuggets announced that Nikola Jokic suffered a knee hyperextension, allowing him to continue the season, but they will lose games during his recovery.
The New York Knicks have been fortunate with injuries, with Landry Shamet sidelined.
The Knicks have excelled this season, particularly in closing games.
The Knicks have led after three quarters in 19 games and won all of them, demonstrating their ability to win when ahead.

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The Denver Nuggets announced that Nikola Jokic suffered a knee hyperextension, allowing him to continue the season, but they will lose games during his recovery.
The New York Knicks have been fortunate with injuries, with Landry Shamet sidelined.
The Knicks have excelled this season, particularly in closing games.
The Knicks have led after three quarters in 19 games and won all of them, demonstrating their ability to win when ahead.