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Nuggets Thrive Despite Injuries, Aim for Playoff Success

3/26/2026

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The Denver Nuggets remain competitive, ranking first in offensive rating despite injuries to Nikola Jokic (Denver Nuggets) and Aaron Gordon.
Peyton Watson (Denver Nuggets) has emerged as a starter.
They are vying for a top-four seed, while their defense ranks 21st.
Jamal Murray's All-Star status marks a milestone for Jokic, who has never played with an All-Star.
Oddsmakers list the Nuggets as third in playoff odds at +550.

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Story summary

The Denver Nuggets remain competitive, ranking first in offensive rating despite injuries to Nikola Jokic (Denver Nuggets) and Aaron Gordon.
Peyton Watson (Denver Nuggets) has emerged as a starter.
They are vying for a top-four seed, while their defense ranks 21st.
Jamal Murray's All-Star status marks a milestone for Jokic, who has never played with an All-Star.
Oddsmakers list the Nuggets as third in playoff odds at +550.