Nuggets rookie Christian Braun put on a show off the bench in Game 3 of the NBA Finals.
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A pronunciation guide for Christian Braun of the Denver Nuggets.
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The stars are out in South Beach for Game 3 of the NBA Finals between the Heat and Nuggets.
Sam Jarden
While the Heat continue to stack up wins in pursuit of a historic NBA title, it appears as though Jimmy Butler is not quite himself.
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Aaron Gordon did not speak to the media after Game 2 due to an illness. Will he be available for Game 3?
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The Sporting News has you covered with all of the key info ahead of Game 3 of the NBA Finals.
The Sporting News' Steph Noh provides his X-factors, storylines and prediction for Game 3 of the 2023 NBA Finals.
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When do the Nuggets and Heat get back to action? Here is what you need to know to keep up with the NBA Finals series.
While Butler certainly played a role in limiting Murray to 18 points in Game 2, it was Miami's collective effort that prevented a scoring explosion.
Jordan Greer
Through the first two games of the 2023 NBA Finals, the Nuggets and Heat have been far from perfect, but both teams can feel good about certain aspects of their game plans.
Let's take a closer look at one particular possession before diving deeper into that question.
Scott Rafferty
There are a number of reasons that the Heat were able to even the NBA Finals with a Game 2 win over the Nuggets. The play of Kevin Love is a major one.
Heat head coach Erik Spoelstra had a viral quote that shut down the idea of turning Nikola Jokic "into a scorer" in Game 2, but was that Miami's strategy?
The Sporting News was tracking live scoring updates and highlights from Game 2 of Nuggets vs. Heat in the 2023 NBA Finals.
Here is everything you need to know about Game 3 of Heat vs. Nuggets, including TV and streaming options for the game.
The Heat limited Nikola Jokic to just four assists in Game 2, but Heat coach Erik Spoelstra wasn't entertaining any thought about his team turning him into a scorer.
The Heat pulled out everything in Game 2. Erik Spoelstra employed a new starting lineup and opted for a 10-man rotation as Miami seemed to discover a formula for success in this series.
"This is not the preseason. This is not the regular season. This is the NBA Finals," Malone said.
Only five players in NBA history have won a championship the year after winning an NCAA title. Christian Braun can become the fifth if the Nuggets win it all this season.
After dropping Game 1, Heat head coach Erik Spoelstra is going with a different look to open Game 2 of the NBA Finals.
The Sporting News has you covered with all of the key info ahead of Game 2 of the NBA Finals.
Here's how you can tune in to Game 2 of the NBA Finals between Denver and Miami.
When he's not dominating on the hardwood, you can usually find the Serbian star at home playing video games.
Jeong, famous for his roles in The Hangover and Community, was in the building at Ball Arena for Game 1.
Not only are Murray and Jokic a handful to defend individually, but they complement each other perfectly. Their synergy as a one-two punch was on full display in Game 1 and could very well be the difference in the series.
Game 1 of the 2023 NBA Finals was largely one to forget for Jimmy Butler and the Heat.
Aaron Gordon was the unsung hero of Game 1, turning in a solid two-way performance for the Nuggets.
"This guy is super impressive as a big man, and I'm happy I got to see him live," O'Neal said.
Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray could do something special in the NBA Finals.
Kevin Skiver
It only took one game for Nikola Jokic to add his name to the NBA Finals history books.
The Sporting News was tracking live scoring updates and highlights from Game 1 of Nuggets vs. Heat in the 2023 NBA Finals.
Here is everything you need to know about Game 2 of Heat vs. Nuggets, including TV and streaming options for the game.
No duo has been more dynamic in the 2023 NBA playoffs than Jokic and Murray. Here's what you need to know about this pairing's success.
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Nikola Jokic is one of the most unique stars in NBA history, and he also might be the most unlikely. The Sporting News takes a look back at when he was drafted during a Taco Bell commercial.
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The Sporting News has you covered with everything you need to know in order to watch Game 1 between Denver and Miami.
Here is everything you need to know about Nuggets vs. Heat, including TV and streaming options for the game.
Why Nikola Jokic makes sure his wedding ring never leaves his side during NBA games.
In November 2021, Nikola Jokic got into it with the Miami Heat after his shove on Markieff Morris led to the then-heat forward missing 58 games.
ABC's top commentary trio will be on the call throughout the series between Denver and Miami.
Mike Miller is known for Jokic's well-known nickname.
When you take the Nuggets center off the court and away from the heat of competition, he turns into a big, goofy husband and father.
The Sporting News takes a closer look at Michael Malone's rise from a longtime assistant and Kings coach to the NBA Finals-bound Nuggets.
The Nuggets have only four holdovers from their 2020 NBA playoff roster on the roster of players competing in the 2023 NBA Finals.
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As Tyler Herro prepares for his return, The Sporting News reached out to medical expert Dr. Michael S. George of the KSF Orthopaedic Center in Houston, who detailed the specifics of the injury and potential limitations.
Michael Porter Jr. was limited to just three games in college due to a major back injury. Concerns about his long-term health nearly saw him fall out of the lottery in the 2018 NBA Draft.
The NBA Finals have arrived. Here's how you can live stream all the action from Nuggets vs. Heat.
When the Heat head to Denver for the first two games of the 2023 NBA Finals, they won't just be battling the Nuggets. They will also be fighting the altitude.
Jokic has never been concerned with receiving the most votes for individual awards or building up a personal brand. There is only his family — and everything else comes after that.
Long before he joined a Nuggets squad that is looking to win the first NBA championship in franchise history, Bruce Brown was a top recruit in the Class of 2016.
Should the franchise retire Anthony's jersey, or does No. 15 now belong to Jokic?
Jokic's journey has taken him from a small town in the Serbian countryside to NBA superstardom.
The Heat are in the NBA Finals for the second time in four seasons, while the Nuggets are making their NBA Finals debut as a franchise.
The Heat have had one of the best defenses in the NBA all season long, but they still might find themselves without a clear answer to Jokic.
There are a whole lot of people the Nuggets can credit for helping secure their first appearance in the NBA Finals. But few are as understated as Booth, a former role player who has made waves as the team's first-year general manager.
David Suggs
The "Sombor Shuffle" is similar to Dirk Nowitzki's famous fadeaway, but there are some slight differences between the two moves.
If you look at Nikola Jokic's arms, chances are that there will either be a fresh scratch or the remnants of an old one that is still healing. Explaining Jokic's history of getting scratched up by NBA players.
Nikola Jokic has proven doubters wrong every step of the way.
As the Nuggets prepare for a challenge unlike anything they've faced before, there are a few signs that indicate the team will be prepared for what the Heat bring to the table.
During his one year at Kentucky, Jamal Murray impressed scouts enough to be selected with a top 10 pick in the 2016 NBA Draft.
Doubt Miami at your own peril. Being the underdog is nothing new for Erik Spoelstra's squad, and the Heat won't be satisfied with a Finals appearance.
The 10 best players, ranked, who will be playing in the 2023 NBA Finals between the Heat and Nuggets.
The Nuggets and Heat are set to meet in the 2023 NBA Finals in what should be an interesting matchup.
Here's everything you need to know ahead of the 2023 NBA Finals between Denver and Miami including the series schedule, start times, TV channels and more!
Here is everything you need to know about Game 1 of Heat vs. Nuggets, including TV and streaming options for the game.
Will the Heat's Cinderella run end with a championship, or will Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray be too much for Miami's defense?
Here's everything you need to know about Game 1 of the Finals, including TV and streaming options.
Johnson listed a few things that Lakers Nation "now know" following the team's loss to Denver.
The Sporting News was tracking live score updates and highlights throughout Game 4 of the Western Conference Finals.
A strange sequence with less than a minute remaining left many viewers puzzled with the officiating.
The Lakers are making a few big changes to their starting lineup as they look to avoid elimination at the hands of the Nuggets in Game 4 of the Western Conference Finals.
The discussion around Carmelo Anthony's retirement spells out everything that's wrong with rings culture.
Micah Adams
The Sporting News has you covered with everything you need to know in order to watch Game 4 between Los Angeles and Denver.
Here is everything you need to know about Lakers vs. Nuggets, including TV and streaming options for the game.
Malone relayed how Murray once feared Denver would trade him following a torn ACL. The decision to stick with Murray has worked out for both him and the Nuggets.
Zac Al-Khateeb
The Sporting News tracked live scoring updates and highlights from Game 3 of Lakers vs. Nuggets. Check out all of the action you may have missed right here.
As the Lakers look to slow Jamal Murray down, the NBA world quickly made him the No. 1 topic of discussion in the Twittersphere.
Here's how you can tune in to Game 3 of the Western Conference Finals between Los Angeles and Denver:
Here's everything you need to know ahead of Game 3 between L.A. and Denver this Saturday.
The Sporting News' NBA experts share their predictions for Game 3 of the Western Conference Finals.
Here's the latest on the status of LeBron James for Game 3 of the Western Conference Finals.
You don't get a triple-double without impacting the game in a number of areas, but there is one particular way Jokic is hurting the Lakers in the series.
LeBron James went full Denzel Washington on a flop in Game 2. The internet had a field day.
Nikola Jokic triple-doubled, Jamal Murray went off in the fourth while LeBron and AD struggled from the field in the Nuggets' Game 2 win
LeBron James and the Lakers face a 2-0 deficit to the Nuggets following Game 2 of the Western Conference Finals. Here's what history says is next for the NBA star:
Jamal Murray scored 23 of his game-high 37 points in the fourth quarter, to lead the Nuggets to a 108-103 win over the Lakers in Game 2.
Nuggets head coach Michael Malone was not happy about the narratives so far in the Western Conference Finals. He expressed displeasure before and after Game 2.
Here's everything you need to know to watch Game 2 of the Western Conference Finals.
ESPN's top commentary trio will be on the call throughout the series between Denver and Los Angeles.
The Lakers are wasting no time when it comes to making adjustments against the Nuggets.
Here's the latest on the infection Jamal Murray is dealing with and his status for Game 2 of the Western Conference Finals.
How James attacked Murray in Game 1 could turn out to be the Lakers' best shot at keeping up with the Nuggets.
The Lakers lost Game 1 against the Nuggets, but they made a late run and had some good success by putting Rui Hachimura on Nikola Jokic.
The Sporting News tracked live score updates and highlights from the Nuggets' Game 1 win of the Western Conference Finals.
Kentavious Caldwell-Pope has played with both Nikola Jokic and LeBron James and says there's plenty of similarities between the pair.
Nikola Jokic may have humbly downplayed his impressive performance, but it was a hot topic of discussion throughout the night.
Here is the latest on Jamal Murray's status for Game 1 of the Western Conference Finals.
Davis and Jokic will likely guard each other for much of the series, and that matchup will have massive ramifications on which team advances to the NBA Finals.
Here's everything you need to know to watch Game 1 of the Western Conference Finals.
Here's everything you need to know to watch Game 1 of the Western Conference Finals, including TV and streaming options.
Here's everything you need to know to watch Game 1, including TV and streaming options.
The Lakers defeated the Nuggets in five games the last time they met in the Conference Finals. Will history repeat itself?
The Nuggets are set to take on the Lakers in the Western Conference Finals. Here's what you need to know about the matchup and a prediction on who will win.
Following another dominant display from Nikola Jokic in Game 6, Suns star Kevin Durant had nothing but praise for the Nuggets center.
ESPN announcer Mark Jackson was the only media member who did not give All-Star center Nikola Jokic a top-five vote for the 2023 NBA MVP award.
With Deandre Ayton ruled out for Game 6, the onus is on Jock Landale to try and slow down Nikola Jokic. Here's a breakdown of Landale's role with the Suns and brief look back at his college career.
Here's everything we know about Deandre Ayton's rib injury ahead of Game 6.
Here's the latest on Jamal Murray's status for Game 6 between the Nuggets and Suns.
Jamal Murray is listed at only 6-4 and 215 pounds, but the Nuggets guard knows how to operate in the post.
The Nuggets will have a chance to close out the series with a win on the road at Phoenix. Here's everything you need to watch Game 6 of the Western Conference Semifinals matchup between Denver and Phoenix.
Chris Paul suffered a groin injury in the Suns' Game 2 matchup vs. Nuggets, casting doubt that he would see the court again in the series.
Joe Rivera
At the end of the first quarter of Game 5, Booker appeared to tweak his foot while attempting to finish at the basket in transition.
Given the Suns' title aspirations, Chris Paul's status for the remainder of the series — and postseason — looms large.
Jokic and Ishbia were involved in an altercation during Game 4 that resulted in Jokic being assessed a technical foul.
All you need to know to watch Game 5 of the NBA playoff series between the Nuggets and Suns, including tip-off time and TV channel.
The Sporting News details broadcast information and start time for a pivotal Game 5 in Denver.
The two-time MVP received a technical foul for his role in the incident. However, he was not ejected from Game 4.
The Nuggets star center was assessed a technical for pushing the Suns owner, who had the ball after it went out of bounds.
In Game 4 between the Nuggets and Suns, a run-in between Ishbia and Nikola Jokic resulted in the two-time MVP being assessed a technical foul.
All you need to know to watch Game 4 of the NBA playoff series between the Suns and Nuggets.
The Suns delivered in a must-win situation by taking Game 3 from the Nuggets, but it wasn't without internal friction.
Here's the latest on Chris Paul's status heading into Game 3 between the Suns and Nuggets.
Here's everything you need to know to tune into Game 3 of Suns vs. Nuggets.
While both All-Stars have not yet reached the NBA Finals, they have posted some stellar playoff numbers during their careers with the 76ers and Nuggets.
Only 7.4% of teams to trail 2-0 in a best-of-7 series have come back to win. Can the Suns claw their way back against the Nuggets?
The Nuggets defeated the Suns by 18 points in Game 1. Phoenix will look to bounce back in Game 2 on Monday.
The Nuggets will look to defend home court and take a 2-0 series lead over the Suns.
Here's the latest on Devin Booker's status for Game 1 between the Suns and Nuggets.
Here's everything you need to know to watch Game 1 of Suns vs. Nuggets.
Deandre Ayton's defense against Nikola Jokic could be the swing factor in this clash of top-four seeds.
Nikola Jokic and the top-seeded Nuggets are on a mission to prove their legitimacy as title contenders. Their journey began in the opening round against the Timberwolves.
The Sporting News previews the Western Conference Semifinals matchup between the Suns and Nuggets.
Here is the latest news on Jokic's status for Game 5.
Here is everything you need to know in order to tune into Game 5 between Denver and Minnesota.
After falling into a 3-0 hole, Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards made a promise that the series wasn't over. He upheld that promise by leading Minnesota to a win in Game 4.
Here is everything you need to know in order to tune into Game 4 between Denver and Minnesota.
Here is the latest news on Jokic's status for Game 4.
Here's everything you need to know about Nikola Jokić's injury and whether he'll be present on the court for Nuggets vs. Timberwolves Game 3.
Sara Tidwell
Here's everything you need to know to watch the Nuggets vs. Timberwolves in Game 3.
Murray, who was sidelined for 18 months after a devastating injury, is back and better than ever in the NBA Playoffs.
Here's the latest news on Nikola Jokic's wrist injury, which could impact him in Game 2.
Here's what you need to know to watch Nuggets vs. Timberwolves in Game 2.
Here's what you need to know to watch Nuggets vs. Timberwolves.
Can the Timberwolves challenge the West's No. 1 seed? Here's a breakdown of this first-round series.
Here is everything you need to know about Suns vs. Nuggets, including TV and streaming options for the game.
Here's everything we know about Nikola Jokic's injury and the latest on when he could return.
We break down Sunday night's game between the Nuggets and Warriors, providing our best bet and favorite player prop bet for this Western Conference clash.
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Here is everything you need to know about Pelicans vs. Nuggets, including TV and streaming options for the game.
Here's everything you need to know to watch Friday's NBA game between the Bucks and Nuggets.
Here is everything you need to know about Nuggets vs. Raptors, including TV and streaming options for the game.
Here's everything we know about Murray's injury and the latest news on when he may return to the court.
With just 28.3 seconds remaining in their loss to the Nuggets, Raptors forward Scottie Barnes was ejected by referee Scott Foster.
We break down Sunday afternoon's west-coast showdown between Anthony Davis and the Lakers and Steph Curry, Klay Thompson, and the Warriors. Get odds, picks, predictions, player props, and a DFS lineup ahead of this pivotal game.
We break down Sunday afternoon's marquee Western Conference matinee between Kevin Durant and the Suns and Kyrie Irving and the Mavericks. Get odds, picks, predictions, player props, and a DFS lineup ahead of what could be an instant classic.
We break down Friday night's marquee Western Conference tilt between the top-seeded Nuggets and the second-seeded Grizzlies. Get odds, picks, predictions, player props, and a DFS lineup ahead of what could be an instant classic.
Two of the NBA's most talented players go head-to-head when Nikola Jokic's Nuggets host Ja Morant's Grizzlies on Friday.
Here is everything you need to know about Nuggets vs. Clippers, including TV and streaming options for the game.
Nikola Jokic and Joel Embiid will go head-to-head when the 76ers host the Nuggets on Saturday.
Here is everything you need to know about the Nuggets vs. Timberwolves, including TV and streaming options for the game.
Here is everything you need to know about Nuggets vs. Suns, including TV and streaming options for the game.
Being in the conversation is obviously different from actually winning the award, but Nikola Jokic's path to going back-to-back-to-back is becoming clearer by the day.
Here is everything you need to know about Clippers vs. Nuggets, including TV and streaming options for the game.
The Celtics-Nuggets matchup was delayed by 40 minutes as arena staff had to replace the rim after Robert Williams' dunk.
With the Nuggets looking like contenders once again, Jamal Murray is shaping up to be the biggest X-factor in the Western Conference come playoff time.
With five games of action spanning the entirety of the day, The Sporting News has you covered with tip-off times and how to watch each NBA game on Christmas Day.
For the 15th straight year, basketball fans get to unwrap the gift of five NBA games on Christmas Day, a tradition that will never get old.
It's a battle between two of the Western Conference's best teams as the Nuggets host the Grizzlies. The Sporting News has you covered with all the information you need to tune into this game.
Two of the NBA's top MVP candidates are set to go head-to-head when the Mavericks visit the Nuggets in a Western Conference Finals rematch on Tuesday.
Led by their respective All-NBA First Teamers, both Boston and Denver enter Friday's meeting with identical 8-3 records and four-game win streaks.
Nikola Jokic pulled the strings for the Nuggets, notching his 79th career triple-double as they held off a spirited comeback from the Thunder, securing a 122-110 win on the road.
For the second consecutive game, Russell Westbrook came off the bench and tonight his impact was telling as the Lakers secured their first win of the season.
Here's the latest on how long the Lakers will be without Russell Westbrook, who is dealing with a hamstring injury.
Russell Westbrook is far from the only reason the Lakers have struggled as much as they have, but one of his plays from their loss to the Trail Blazers illustrates their biggest issues.
Here's everything we know about Jamal Murray's injury and the latest news on when he may return to the court.
Will the Nuggets' healthy roster put them at the top, or will the new-look Timberwolves hit their stride and shake up the division standings?
Green is entering his 11th season and is in the final year of his contract. Will the Warriors say "enough is enough" after the latest incident?
The two-time league MVP has signed the richest contract in league history to remain with the Nuggets.
Nick Metallinos
Thanks to Taco Bell, Nikola Jokic's immigrant journey has become an inspiration.
Ananth Pandian
With each finalist having a worthy claim to earn the honor, just how close was the MVP race? Here is a breakdown of the results.
Nikola Jokic becomes just the 13th player in NBA history to win consecutive MVP awards. Here's the full list.
With the Nuggets' loss to the Warriors in the first round, Nikola Jokic joined a small list of MVPs that failed to take their team through the opening stage of the NBA Playoffs.
Joel Embiid may still be playing in the postseason but here's why Nikola Jokic deserves to win the MVP over the Sixers' big man.
Draymond Green and Nikola Jokic were locked in a chess match throughout their first-round series.
As the Nuggets head into the offseason, there is plenty to be excited about in the future. Here's a snapshot of where Denver stands.
Here's everything you need to know about Warriors vs. Nuggets, including a full schedule for the first-round series.
With the Nuggets back in familiar territory, it's hard not to acknowledge the prospect of them coming back from a 3-1 deficit once again.
Does Nikola Jokic have the lottery numbers?
Michael Porter Jr. left Denver's matchup with Houston on Nov. 6 with a back injury and hasn't taken the court since.
After returning from an injury, Stephen Curry has emerged as Golden State's new sixth man.
The Warriors enter Game 4 against the Nuggets with a 3-0 series lead and have their eyes on a sweep.
Jordan Poole followed up his impressive playoff debut with 29 points in Game 2 as the Warriors take a 2-0 series led over the Nuggets.
Will Curry be ready to go for Game 2? Here are the latest updates on the two-time MVP.
The Nuggets will look to level the series after the Warriors cruised to a comfortable victory in Game 1.
It was a major surprise when it was announced that Stephen Curry would return from his foot injury for Game 1, but he would come off the bench. Jordan Poole stepped up in his place, leading the Warriors to a 1-0 series lead over the Nuggets.
