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Nuggets Aim to End Skid Against Struggling Wizards

1/23/2026

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Nuggets Seek Victory

The Denver Nuggets (29-15) host the Washington Wizards (10-32) on January 22, 2026, at Capital One Arena, as Denver seeks to rebound from two losses and Washington from a seven-game skid.
Nikola Jokic (Denver Nuggets) and Trae Young (Atlanta Hawks) are out.
Jamal Murray and Aaron Gordon are expected to play for Denver.
Jonas Valanciunas is questionable for the game.
The Nuggets are favored by 5.5 points, and the total is 228.5.

Summary

Nuggets Pursue Greatness

The Denver Nuggets, 29-15, aim to become the best team in franchise history despite injuries to Nikola Jokic and Aaron Gordon.
The Nuggets lead the league in field goal percentage and points per game.
Jamal Murray averages 26 points per game and is a strong candidate for his first All-Star selection.
The Nuggets focus on a championship run by maintaining their roster, with Spencer Jones improving offensively and defensively.

History

Historical Context

The Denver Nuggets, founded in 1967, achieved their first NBA Championship on June 12, 2023, defeating the Miami Heat 4-1. This victory marked a historic milestone, as they became the last former ABA team to win an NBA title. Led by Nikola Jokic, who received the Finals MVP award, the Nuggets aim to build on this success despite facing injuries in subsequent seasons.

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Nuggets Seek Victory

The Denver Nuggets (29-15) host the Washington Wizards (10-32) on January 22, 2026, at Capital One Arena, as Denver seeks to rebound from two losses and Washington from a seven-game skid.
Nikola Jokic (Denver Nuggets) and Trae Young (Atlanta Hawks) are out.
Jamal Murray and Aaron Gordon are expected to play for Denver.
Jonas Valanciunas is questionable for the game.
The Nuggets are favored by 5.5 points, and the total is 228.5.

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