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Harrington provides spark but last shot doesn't fall for Nuggets
The Nuggets lost starting center Timofey Mozgov to a sprained ankle in the third quarter and eventually fell to the Los Angeles Lakers 93-89 Friday night at Pepsi Center. Al Harrington led Denver with 24 points but his game-winning three-point attempt rimmed out in the finals seconds.

Nuggets point guard Miller about to become Andre 1000
Nearly 13 years after being drafted by the Cleveland Cavaliers, Nuggets point guard Andre Miller is preparing to play his 1,000th career regular-season game. Miller will hit the milestone Thursday night when Denver plays against the Los Angeles Clippers at Staples Center.

Nuggets provide instruction, motivation at Unified game
Nuggets forward Chris Andersen tosses the jump ball at a Unified basketball game between Heritage and Littleton high school. Andersen was joined at the game by teammates Corey Brewer, Kenneth Faried and Kosta Koufos, along with SuperMascot Rocky and the Denver Nuggets Dancers.

Italian newspaper promotes All-Star votes for Gallinari
Nuggets forward Danilo Gallinari is receiving hometown support in his bid to become the first Italian-born player to appear in the NBA All-Star Game. The Il Cittadino newspaper in Italy has been urging its readers to vote for Gallinari, who is averaging career-highs in nearly every statistical category this season.

Nuggets seek to cap strong January with Lawson in lineup
Nuggets point guard Ty Lawson has missed two games with a sprained left ankle, but he's hoping to return Tuesday when Denver faces the Memphis Grizzlies. Riding a five-game road winning streak, the Nuggets are seeking to match their longest run of success away from home in 24 years.

Billups, Clippers end Nuggets' six-game winning streak
Former Nuggets guard Chauncey Billups scored a season-high 32 points as the Los Angeles Clippers snapped Denver's six-game winning streak with a 109-105 victory at Pepsi Center on Sunday. Nene led the Nuggets with 18 points and nine rebounds, while Andre Miller added 16 points and 10 assists.

Denver native Chauncey Billups set for homecoming
In an 11-month span, Denver native Chauncey Billups played for his hometown Nuggets and the New York Knicks before landing with the Los Angeles Clippers. His transcontinental journey continues Sunday when he plays at Pepsi Center for the first time since being traded by Denver last February.

Forbes returns to Denver for first time with Toronto Raptors
Forward Gary Forbes arrived in Denver in September 2010 as an undrafted free agent trying to make a name for himself in the NBA. He made the roster out of training camp and started 11 games for the Nuggets, earning a free-agent contract with the Toronto Raptors in the offseason.

No sign of rust for Fernandez as Nuggets extend streak to six
Nene had a double-double (20 points, 10 rebounds) and Rudy Fernandez scored a season-high 23 points as the Nuggets beat the Raptors 96-81 for their sixth straight win Friday night. Andre Miller added 13 points and 12 assists, while Danilo Gallinari finished with 21 points for Denver.

Nuggets reserve Al Harrington building Sixth Man campaign
After an injury plagued 2010-11 season, Nuggets forward Al Harrington has rediscovered his shooting touch. Harrington ranks third among all NBA reserves in scoring at 15.2 points per game and is quietly building a case for consideration for the Sixth Man of the Year award.

Memorable week for Nuggets rising star Gallinari
The Nuggets have signed forward Danilo Gallinari to a multi-year contract extension. Gallinari, 23, was acquired from New York last February. In his first full season with Denver, he is averaging career-highs in points, rebounds, assists, steals and field-goal percentage.

Riding four-game win streak, Nuggets get moment to breathe
After completing an impressive 4-0 stretch with a victory at Madison Square Garden, guard Andre Miller and the Nuggets returned home for a three-day break. Denver coach George Karl says the team is in a good place but he doesn't want his players to relax heading into Wednesday's game at Sacramento.

Gallinari, Nuggets excited about showdown with Knicks
Drafted by the New York Knicks in 2008, Danilo Gallinari won over the skeptical fan base at Madison Square Garden before being traded to Denver last Feb. 22. Gallinari is looking forward to his first trip back to New York when the Nuggets and the Knicks play Saturday night.

Nuggets successfully navigate first half of East Coast trip
Led by Andre Miller's historic performance off the bench in Philadelphia, the Nuggets improved to 2-0 on a four-game Eastern swing. Denver will try to continue its success on the road Friday against the Washington Wizards before facing the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden on Saturday.

Achilles' injury sidelines Nuggets guard Rudy Fernandez
Nuggets reserve guard Rudy Fernandez is hoping a couple days of rest will help him recovery quickly from a strained Achilles' tendon. Fernandez, averaging 8.5 points and 3.5 assists off the bench, was listed as day-to-day as Denver departed for a four-game Eastern swing that begins Tuesday in Milwaukee.

MLK's legacy felt throughout Nuggets organization
As America celebrated Martin Luther King Day, Nuggets assistant coach Melvin Hunt reflected on his experience growing up in the South and the progress that has been made over the past several decades. Hunt is among many people in the Nuggets' organization who draw inspiration from Dr. King.

Pepsi Center homestand ends on sour note for Nuggets
Danilo Gallinari and Nene scored 18 points apiece, but the Nuggets fell to the Utah Jazz 106-95 at the Pepsi Center on Sunday night. Ty Lawson finished with 13 points and eight assists as Denver finished its homestand with a 2-2 record. The Nuggets start a five-game road trip Tuesday.

Nuggets go nine-deep, run past Miami at Pepsi Center
With Ty Lawson (foot) back in the lineup, the Nuggets added to the Heat's road woes, defeating Miami 117-104 at Pepsi Center on Friday. Lawson scored 24 points and added nine assists, while Nene finished with 17 points and 12 rebounds for Denver.

Miami's visit to Pepsi Center provides early test for Nuggets
Nuggets point guard Ty Lawson hopes to be back on the floor Friday night when Denver takes on the Miami Heat at Pepsi Center. Lawson sat out Wednesday night's victory over the New Jersey Nets because of a strained right foot but expects to return for the nationally televised showdown against Miami.

Unselfish play helps Nuggets run past hot-shooting Nets
Rudy Fernandez scored a season-high 15 points and added eight assists as the Nuggets rolled to a 123-115 victory over the New Jersey Nets on Wednesday night. Danilo Gallinari and Corey Brewer each scored 19 points, while Denver finished with a season-high 37 assists.

Home winning streak ends as Nuggets fall to New Orleans
Ty Lawson and Danilo Gallinari scored 15 points apiece but the Nuggets fell to the Hornets 94-81 at home on Monday night. Rudy Fernandez had 14 and Arron Afflalo chipped in with 13 in the loss. The Nuggets continue their home stand on Wednesday against the Nets.

Nuggets strength coach Steve Hess seeking Twitter 10K
Nuggets strength-and-conditioning coach Steve Hess makes a living pumping up players and preparing them to excel on the basketball court. He needs your help to pump up his Twitter following and is giving away Nuggets tickets as part of a sweet prize package if he can reach 10,000 by Feb. 29.

Patience is key for Afflalo in season's early stages
Due to contract negotiations, Nuggets shooting guard Arron Afflalo didn't have much practice time before the start of the 2011-12 season. Afflalo is off to a slow start as he works his way into shape but believes he isn't far from regaining the form that helped him become one of Denver's most indispensible players.

Faried, Fernandez put exclamation point on Nuggets victory
Rookie forward Kenneth Faried stole the spotlight Wednesday night as the Nuggets routed the Sacramento Kings 110-83 at Pepsi Center. Faried combined with Rudy Fernandez on an amazing alley-oop dunk, and he also blocked four shots in less than 10 minutes of play.

Defense, team play help drive Nuggets' early success
With solid defense and a deep roster, the Nuggets have come together quickly in the season's early stages. Denver successfully navigated a stretch of five games in six days and is proving that it doesn't take a superstar to win games in the NBA.

Nuggets big man Nene sits with bruised foot


Nuggets overcome fatigue, slow start to beat Milwaukee
Danilo Gallinari scored 21 points and grabbed 10 rebounds to help the Nuggets beat the Milwaukee Bucks 91-86 Monday night at Pepsi Center. Al Harrington added 17 points and came up with a big defensive stop as the Nuggets outscored the Bucks 23-12 in the fourth quarter.

Reserves Harrington, Andersen help Nuggets rally past Lakers
After struggling to close in the fourth quarter a day earlier, the Nuggets redeemed themselves on New Year's Day, finishing with an 11-0 run during a 99-90 victory over the Lakers. Danilo Gallinari scored 20 points and Ty Lawson finished with 17 points and 10 assists.

Nuggets open difficult six-day stretch with victory over Utah
Andre Miller and the Nuggets had reason to smile Wednesday night after beating the Utah Jazz 117-100 in their home-opener at Pepsi Center. Miller had 12 assists and Nene scored 25 points as Denver improved to 2-0 heading into Thursday's game at Portland.

Happy and healthy, Harrington ready to roll for Nuggets
After battlling injuries throughout his first season in Denver, forward Al Harrington is healthy and ready to produce for the Nuggets in 2011-12. He scored 18 points in the season-opener and looks to continue the momentum when the Nuggets play their home opener against the Utah Jazz on Wednesday night.

Christmas comes early for Nuggets rookie Julyan Stone
Lightly recruited out of high school and undrafted out of college, Nuggets rookie Julyan Stone made the most of his training camp invitation, earning a spot on Denver's opening-day roster. Stone will fulfill his NBA dream when the Nuggets open the season Monday in Dallas.

Afflalo practices, ready for 2011 preseason debut
After watching from the bench Tuesday night, Nuggets shooting guard Arron Afflalo (right) is expected to play in Denver's presason finale Thursday in Phoenix. The Nuggets will look for another strong performance after beating the Suns by 17 points at Pepsi Center.

Afflalo brings leadership, all-around game back to Denver
Shooting guard Arron Afflalo officially returned to Denver today when he signed a new contract with the Nuggets. Afflalo, who beat the Dallas Mavericks with a buzzer-beating jumper on Feb. 10, averaged career-highs in points, rebounds and assists during the 2010-11 season.

Nuggets rookie makes strong impression in preseason debut
The Nuggets kicked off the short preseason in style Tuesday as rookie Kenneth Faried scored 14 points in a 127-110 win over the Phoenix Suns at Pepsi Center. Ty Lawson added 21 points and Andre Miller had 12 assists for the Nuggets, who play the Suns again on Thursday.

Lawson, Miller to form 1-2 punch in preseason opener
After 11 days of training camp, the Nuggets and Suns will open the 2011 preseason Tuesday night at Pepsi Center. Denver big man Nene is among seven playerss who return from the end of the 2010-11 roster as the Nuggets make a bid for their ninth straight playoff appearance.

Gallinari ready to take on added responsibility for Nuggets
Acquired by the Nuggets in February, 23-year-old Danilo Gallinari is projected to be Denver's starting small forward in 2011-12. Gallinari spent much of the offseason honing his game in his native Italy and he is prepared to take on more of a leadership role for the Nuggets.

Nuggets create a buzz during scrimmage at Pepsi Center
Nuggets fans got their first look at Danilo Gallinari and the 2011-12 Denver squad Friday night during an open scrimmage at Pepsi Center. Newcomer Rudy Ferndandez, veteran Al Harrington and rookie Kenneth Faried were among the standouts during the free event.

With three titles, Brewer brings winning reputation to Denver
After three-plus seasons with the Minnesota Timberwolves, forward Corey Brewer won an NBA championship after joining the Dallas Mavericks last spring. The two-time NCAA title-holder brought his winning reputation to Denver when he was acquired by the Nuggets this week.

Trust in Nuggets, comforts of Denver lead to Nene's return
Longtime Nuggets big man Nene officially returned to Denver on Wednesday when he signed a new contract with the team. The 29-year-old from Brazil has been staple in the paint for the Nuggets, averaging at least 13.8 points and 7.6 rebounds in each of the past three seasons.

George Karl having fun watching Broncos and Tim Tebow
Before he was leading the Denver Broncos to come-from-behind victories, Tim Tebow attended a few Nuggets games at Pepsi Center. Nuggets coach George Karl has enjoyed watching the Broncos quarterback and praised his passion and leadership skills.

First weekend of Nuggets training camp an endurance test
As Denver's primary point guards, Ty Lawson (left) and Andre Miller haven't had much time to rest since the Nuggets opened training camp. The Nuggets had only 11 players available through the first weekend of camp but hope to get reinforcements soon.

Nuggets open camp with familiar faces, new names
Under the guidance of coach George Karl, the Nuggets opened their 2011-12 training camp Friday with six returning players, two rookies, two free-agent invitees and draft-night acquisition Andre Miller. The Nuggets will practice through the weekend as they prepare to start the 2011-12 NBA season on Dec. 26.

Depth, youth could help Nuggets cope with compact schedule
Point guard Ty Lawson and the Nuggets will open the 2011-12 regular season on the road Dec. 26 against the defending NBA champion Dallas Mavericks. Denver plays its first home game two nights later against the Utah Jazz. Single-game tickets go on sale to the public Dec. 13.

Nov. 23, 2002: Bowen's bucket stuns Suns
Known for sacrificing his body in every manner, former Nuggets forward Ryan Bowen was a fan favorite in Denver from 1999-2004. His popularity certainly soared when he caught a full-court pass from Donnell Harvey and scored at the buzzer to beat the Phoenix Suns on Nov. 23, 2002.

Nuggets rookies successfully complete crash-course
Nuggets rookies Jordan Hamilton, Chu Chu Maduabum and Kenneth Faried developed a natural connection while practicing together for four days in Denver. Their demanding week concluded with a breathtaking workout at Red Rocks Amphitheatre in Morrison.

Nigerian prospect Chu Chu chugs toward NBA dream
Of the 60 players selected in the 2011 NBA Draft last week, none was more excited to hear his name called than Chu Chu Maduabum. The Nigeria native was taken by the Los Angeles Lakers in the second round and then traded to Denver, where he has started developing his game with the Nuggets.

Miller happy to return to the comforts of Denver
Veteran point guard Andre Miller was back in familiar territory Monday as he visited Denver to take his physical and meet with the media. Miller says he's happy to be back with Nuggets and is ready to do whatever is asked as he fills his role as a leader and playmaker.

Faried impressed Nuggets with relentless hustle, effort
Long before the Nuggets drafted Morehead State forward Kenneth Faried, their scouts spent countless hours observing his work habits in games and in practice. What they saw was a player who takes nothing for granted and never takes a day or night off.

After wild draft night, Hamilton happy to land in Denver
Jordan Hamilton and the Denver Nuggets were both surprised to see his name on the board late in the first round of the 2011 NBA Draft. Thanks to a three-team trade between Denver, Portland and Dallas, the versatile Texas wing believes he has found a good fit with the Nuggets.

Additions of Miller, Faried highlight Denver's big draft night
The Nuggets added defense and rebounding to their roster Thursday night when they selected Morehead State forward Kenneth Faried with the 22nd pick in the NBA Draft. That was just the start of a busy night for the Denver front office.

Masai Ujiri ready for first draft as Nuggets executive VP
Masai Ujiri has spent most of his basketball career scouting talent all over the globe. That's why the NBA Draft is like Christmas for him as he prepares to oversea his first draft since being named the team's executive vice president of basketball operations last August.

Arron Afflalo in line for contract, promotion to captain
After making big strides in two seasons with the Nuggets, shooting guard Arron Afflalo is poised to take another step in his NBA development. Afflalo can become a restricted free-agent on July 1, but he would prefer to stay in Denver and take on more responsibility as a team leader.

Summer schedule helps Kosta Koufos gear up for fall breakout
After three seasons developing his game in Utah, Minnesota and Denver, center Kosta Koufos is working hard to make an impact in 2011-12. The 7-foot Ohio native has been working out at home and will get some international experience while playing for Greece at the European Championships.

Dunk artist known as Darvin Ham takes on coaching career
More than 13 years after soaring in the 1997 NBA Dunk contest, former Nuggets forward Darvin Ham is in the midst of a coaching career. He recently finished his first season as coach of the New Mexico Thunderbirds of the NBA Development League and is a candidate to join George Karl's staff in Denver.

Karl helps raise $140,000 to support cancer patients, families
Nuggets coach George Karl and his life partner Kim Van Deraa got in the spirit as they dressed up for a Kentucky Derby party benefitting MyLifeLine.org Cancer Foundation. Karl was honored during the event, which raised more than $140,000 to support cancer patients, survivors and their caregivers.

Nuggets reap benefits of homegrown talent
Denver assistant coach Chad Iske, a graduate of Regis Jesuit High School, has worked his way up the ladder after starting out as a Nuggets' intern 12 years ago. He is one of three Colorado-raised members of the Nuggets organization who feel fortunate to be working for their hometown team.

Nuggets.com Q&A: Cory Higgins
Guard Cory Higgins finished his college career tied with Richard Roby as the most prolific scorer in University of Colorado history. Higgins, whose father is an NBA executive and whose godfather is an NBA legend, says it would be a dream come true to play for the Nuggets.

Nuggets.com Q&A: Duke guard Nolan Smith
Duke guard Nolan Smith was one of six players who worked out for the Nuggets on Wednesday as Denver continued preparations for the June 23 NBA Draft. Smith talked about having to wear wearing "Carolina" blue and following in his father's footsteps during an interiview with nuggets.com.

Healthy Andersen dives into offseason workouts
Whether he is stuck in traffic or hunting wild hogs, Nuggets forward Chris Andersen considers himself an extremely impatient person. Offseason workouts are no different, and Andersen is looking forward to a normal summer training program that wasn't possible after knee surgery a year ago.

Nuggets already at work preparing for 2011-12 season
For Nuggets forward Chris Andersen and strength-and-conditioning Steve Hess, basketball is a year-round gig. Hess has been working with Andersen, Al Harrington, Ty Lawson and Nene for the past several weeks and is excited about their early prognosis for the 2011-12 season.

Hickenlooper signs bill approving Nuggets license plates
Nuggets coach George Karl was on hand as Colorado Gov. John Hickenlooper signed a bill authorizing the production and sale of Nuggets and Colorado Avalanche license plates. The plates will be available to vehicle owners who make a $45 donation to Kroenke Sports Charities.

Nuggets assistant Melvin Hunt discusses LeBron James
Before his arrival in Denver last fall, Nuggets assistant coach Melvin Hunt spent five seasons with LeBron James and the Cleveland Cavaliers. As James and his new team, the Miami Heat, play in the Eastern Conference finals, Hunt talks about what makes the seven-time All-Star unique.

Nominees selected for Top 10 Nuggets plays of 2010-11
Arron Afflalo's game-winning shot to beat the Dallas Mavericks on Feb. 10 was one of the most memorable moments of the 2010-11 season, but where does it rank with Nuggets fans? Nuggets.com and Altitude Sports & Entertainment invite you to vote on the Top 10 Plays of the Year.

Rookie season leaves Forbes hungry for more in 2011-12
Few people knew what to expect from rookie Gary Forbes when he reported to Nuggets training camp in September. Forbes not only made the opening-night roster, but he established himself as a versatile player who remains determined to prove that he can make a bigger impact in the NBA.

Experience in Denver invaluable as Augmon heads to UNLV
After a four-year "crash course" with the Nuggets, player development coach Stacey Augmon is returning to his alma mater UNLV as an assistant to friend and former teammate Dave Rice. Augmon says it was a tough decision to leave Denver, but he is hoping to restore glory to college basketball in Las Vegas.

Free agency, Nuggets offseason plans are hot mailbag topics
Welcome back to the "Ask A-Lo" mailbag, where Nuggets.com writer Aaron J. Lopez answers your questions about the team and the NBA. With summer approaching, readers flooded the mailbag with questions about free agency and how the Nuggets' roster might look in 2011-12.

Perseverance helps Nuggets maintain track record of success
Though Denver's playoff run ended earlier than anticipated, team captain Kenyon Martin and the Nuggets showed perseverance during a difficult year that included a major midseason trade. The Nuggets managed to win 50 games for the fourth straight year and maintained a solid foundation for the future.

Durant closes the deal as Nuggets lose series to Thunder
Kenyon Martin had 14 points and 10 rebounds Wednesday night but the Nuggets fell to the Oklahoma City Thunder 100-97 in Game 5 of their Western Conference playoff series. Kevin Durant scored 41 points as the Thunder rallied in the fourth quarter to win the best-of-seven series 4-1.

Rookie diary: Return to the lion's den
In the latest installment of his Rookie Diary, forward Gary Forbes checks in from Oklahoma City as the Nuggets try to avoid elimination at the hands of the Thunder. Forbes talks about his game-day routine and compares the OKC crowd to the fans in Denver as he goes through his first NBA playoff experience.

Karl trying to prevent former assistant from playoff success
During his season-and-a-half working for Nuggets coach George Karl, former Denver assistant Scott Brooks learned the ins-and-outs of being a head coach. Now coaching the Oklahoma City Thunder, Brooks is trying to get his first postseason series victory at the expense of his friend and former boss.

Lawson's 27 points help Nuggets avoid elimination vs. OKC
Ty Lawson scored a playoff career-high 27 points and the Nuggets stayed alive in their first-round playoff series with a 104-101 victory over the Oklahoma City Thunder at the Pepsi Center on Monday night. Danilo Gallinari added 18 points to help Denver force Game 5 Wednesday in Oklahoma City.

Nuggets look to avoid sweep, postpone OKC celebration
Though history is not on their side, the Denver Nuggets are intent on making a stand in their first-round series against the Oklahoma City Thunder. The Nuggets can prevent the Thunder from completing a sweep and celebrating on the Pepsi Center hardwood with a victory in Game 4 Monday night.

Late rally falls short as Nuggets lose Game 3 to the Thunder
Hoping to take advantage of the Pepsi Center crowd, the Nuggets instead lost to the Oklahoma City Thunder 97-94 on Saturday night and now trail 3-0 in the best-of-seven series. J.R. Smith scored 15 points and nearly led an improbable comeback in the final minute. Game 4 is Monday in Denver.

Smith works through frustration, eyes rebound in Game 3
After a frustrating two games in Oklahoma City, shooting guard J.R. Smith and the Nuggets are looking to bounce back in Game 3 Saturday night at the Pepsi Center. Smith and coach George Karl had a heart-to-heart talk this week and say they are focused on climbing out of a 2-0 series deficit.

Home court could help Nuggets get back in series vs. OKC
With a 33-8 record at the Pepsi Center during the regular season, the Nuggets boasted the third-best home mark in the NBA. They hope to use that to their advantage while trying to climb out of a 2-0 series deficit in their Western Conference playoff series against the Oklahoma City Thunder.

Nuggets will try to beat the odds of overcoming 0-2 deficit
Ty Lawson scored 20 points and Al Harrington added 15 off the bench, but the Nuggets fell 106-89 to the Oklahoma City Thunder in Game 2 of their Western Conference playoff series Wednesday night. The Nuggets trail the Thunder 2-0 as the series shifts to Denver for Game 3 Saturday.

Nearly 72 hours between games could work in Denver's favor


Young Nuggets show poise, room for growth in playoff opener
Nuggets forward Danilo Gallinari was aggressive and effective in his first career playoff game, but he and his teammates know they have plenty of room for improvement. Gallinari is one of nine Nuggets players 26 or younger who are trying to succeed while growing up quickly in the postseason.

Nuggets moving forward after tough Game 1 loss to OKC
After a difficult loss to Oklahoma City in Game 1 of the Western Conference playoffs, the Nuggets talked about making adjustments and moving forward as they try to even the series Wednesday. The Nuggets felt a small measure of vindication when the NBA acknowledged a missed call in Sunday's 107-103 loss.

Afflalo sits out first game of Nuggets-Thunder series
Nuggets shooting guard Arron Afflalo was hoping to return from a hamstring injury in time for the playoffs, but several setbacks late in the season have taught him to play it safe. Denver could have used his shooting and defense in Game 1 of its first-round series against the Oklahoma City Thunder.

Nene's big night not enough for Nuggets in playoff opener
The Denver Nuggets and Oklahoma City Thunder left it all out on the floor Sunday night in Game 1 of their Western Conference playoffs series. Nene scored 22 points and Danilo Gallinari added 18, but the Nuggets fell to the Thunder 107-103 in Oklahoma City. Game 2 is set for Wednesday.

Karl engerized for postseason after sitting out 2010 playoffs
After missing the 2010 Western Conference playoffs while recovering from throat cancer, Nuggets coach George Karl is energized to resume his pursuit of an NBA championship. The 59-year-old coach leads Denver into the postseason Sunday against the Oklahoma City Thunder.

Inside job: Nene ready to do battle with Perkins in the paint
Two heavyweights will do battle in the paint when the Nuggets and the Oklahoma City Thunder play in the first round of the Western Conference playoffs. Denver center Nene led the NBA in field-goal percentage, while Thunder center Kendrick Perkins is known for his physical defense.

Nuggets will face Oklahoma City in first round of playoffs
After battling all season for the Northwest Division crown, the Nuggets and Oklahoma City Thunder will square off in the first round of the Western Conference playoffs. Games 1 and 2 of the best-of-seven series will take place in Oklahoma City, starting Saturday or Sunday.

Nuggets seek good health in advance of postseason
As the first round of the Western Conference playoffs approaches, the Nuggets are focused on getting on the same page on the court and in the training room. Several players won't play in the season finale Wednesday night against Utah to rest or recover from injuries.

Nuggets reach 50-win mark, clinch fifth seed in West playoffs
Kenyon Martin and Kosta Koufos were among nine Nuggets in double figures as Denver reached 50 wins for the fourth consecutive season with a 134-111 victory over the Golden State Warriors on Monday night at the Pepsi Center. The Nuggets also clinched the No. 5 seed in the Western Conference playoffs.

Near-perfect 10: Lawson gets dialed in from long range
Ty Lawson made 10-of-11 three-pointers and scored a career-high 37 points to help the Nuggets cruise past the Minnesota Timberwolves 130-106 Saturday night at the Pepsi Center. Lawson became the first player in NBA history to make his first 10 three-point attempts.

Nuggets center Mozgov sprains knee, ankle in loss to OKC


Play gets physical in potential first-round playoff preview
Ty Lawson scored a career-high 28 points but the Nuggets lost to the Oklahoma City Thunder 101-94 at the Pepsi Center on Tuesday night. Danilo Gallinari added 17 points for Denver, which fell four games behind Oklahoma City in the final push for the Northwest Division title.

Nuggets, Thunder set to clash in NW Division showdown
With six games left in the regular season, the Nuggets and Oklahoma City Thunder are still battling for Northwest Division supremacy. Oklahoma City leads by three games, but things could get a lot tighter when the two teams play twice in a four-day span, starting with Tuesday night's game at the Pepsi Center.

Nuggets march through one of toughest months on schedule
By going 10-3 in March, the Nuggets extended their streak of winnning months under coach George Karl to 24. Karl incorporated five new players and helped Denver navigate a difficult schedule, and certainly deserves consideration for Western Conference Coach of the Month.

Team-oriented Nuggets building unity with each victory
Ty Lawson scored 20 points to lead six Nuggets in double figures as Denver rallied from a sluggish start for a 104-90 victory over the Sacramento Kings on Friday night at the Pepsi Center. Nene posted a double-double to help Denver win its 10th straight home game and move one step closer to a playoff berth.

Nuggets beat writers battle to see who's more fleet afoot
Who's the fastest beat writer covering the Nuggets? Benjamin Hochman of the Denver Post and Nuggets.com writer Aaron Lopez set out to answer that question by squaring off in a mad dash on the Pepsi Center practice court. Needless to say, Olympic invitations will not be forthcoming.

Solid foundation helps ease transition for Nuggets
Nene, Kenyon Martin and Arron Afflalo were the three Nuggets starters remaining following the Feb. 22 trade that sent Carmelo Anthony and Chauncey Billups to New York. Denver coach George Karl believes the holdovers deserve more credit for the team's recent run of success.

Support from home fans critical for Nuggets down the stretch
With a 30-7 record at the Pepsi Center this season, the Nuggets are the third-best home team in the NBA. The Nuggets could use the continued support of their faithful fans over the season's final three weeks as they continue the pursuit of a third consecutive Northwest Division title.

Andersen soars, Denver moves closer to clinching playoff spot
Chris Andersen scored 17 points and added 11 rebounds and five blocked shots to help the Nuggets beat the Washington Wizards 114-94 at the Pepsi Center on Friday night. Danilo Gallinari, Al Harrington and Ty Lawson also scored 17 points apiece as Denver won its ninth straight home game.

Harrington leads the way off bench as Nuggets beat Spurs
Al Harrington scored 27 points off the bench Wednesday night to the help the Nuggets rally for a 115-112 win over the San Antonio Spurs at the Pepsi Center. Raymond Felton added 18 points and eight assists, while J.R. Smith also scored 18 as Denver won its eighth straight home game.

Surging Nuggets surprising everyone but themselves
One month after what is simply becoming known as The Trade, the Denver Nuggets are in a better position now than they were four weeks ago. Few people thought things would come together this quickly, but the Nuggets aren't surprised at their post-trade success.

J.R. Smith shows his versatility as Nuggets rout Raptors
Ty Lawson scored 23 points to lead seven Nuggets in double figures as Denver routed the Toronto Raptors 123-90 at the Pepsi Center on Monday night. J.R. Smith added 13 points, 10 rebounds and eight assists to help the Nuggets extend their home winning streak to seven.

Dancer tattoos, fleet-footed journalists among mailbag topics
Welcome back to the "Ask A-Lo" mailbag, where Nuggets.com writer Aaron J. Lopez answers your questions about the team and the NBA throughout the 2010-11 season. This week's topics include the point guard tandem of Ty Lawson and Raymond Felton and a potential race between former newspaper rivals.

Louisville junior tries to follow big brother's path to NBA
J.R. Smith and the Nuggets are on the road, but Louisville junior Chris Smith will represent the family when the 14th-ranked Cardinals open the NCAA Tournament on Thursday at the Pepsi Center. The two brothers talk almost daily and are hoping to someday play together in the NBA.

Nuggets athletic trainer Jim Gillen hands out annual honors
Nuggets athletic trainer Jim Gillen distributed his annual Excellence In High School Athletic Training awards during Denver's March 12 game against the Detroit Pistons. As a new addition, Gillen also presented Fossil Ridge High School senior Chris Hansen with the Comeback Player of the Year award.

Confident Nuggets hit the road for difficult four-game trip
Riding a rising wave of confidence, the Nuggets are set to embark on a difficult four-game road trip that starts Monday in New Orleans. Denver, winner of eight of its past 10 games, will try to validate its playoff status with additional games in Atlanta, Orlando and Miami.

Nuggets continue to share the wealth in latest victory
Nene (18 points, 11 rebounds) was one of eight Nuggets in double figures Saturday night as Denver routed the Detroit Pistons 131-101 in front of a sold-out crowd at the Pepsi Center. J.R. Smith added 31 points off the bench, while Ty Lawson had 15 points and matched his career high with 11 assists.

Contract in hand, Karl pursues Moe's record, NBA title
With a contract extension that will keep him in Denver for the foreseeable future, Nuggets coach George Karl is in position to break Doug Moe's franchise record of 432 career victories. Karl began the week with 315 wins in six-plus seasons with the Nuggets, putting him within sight of his good friend Moe.

Nuggets.com Q&A: Masai Ujiri
After a whirlwind two weeks bookended by a blockbuster trade and Tuesday's signing of coach George Karl to a contract extension, Nuggets vice president of basketball operations Masai Ujiri took a few minutes to talk to Nuggets.com about securing a future Hall of Fame coach beyond the 2010-11 season.

NOTEBOOK: Nuggets welcome four-day break
After playing seven games in 12 days following a roster shakeup, the Nuggets are welcoming the chance to get some rest and practice time. Denver is hoping to fine-tune its offense and defense during the three practice sessions leading into Thursday's important road game against the Phoenix Suns.

LOPEZ: Media inaccuracies continue even after Anthony trade
Chris Paul's now-infamous wedding toast about someday joining forces with friend Carmelo Anthony sparked a wave of erroneous reports in the six months before Anthony was traded to New York. Two weeks removed from the blockbuster deal, the inaccuracies and misinformation continue.

Nuggets go on the defensive during post-All-Star hot streak
Continuing a post-All-Star trend, the Nuggets turned up the pressure on defense Wednesday night and routed the Charlotte Bobcats 120-80 at the Pepsi Center. Wilson Chandler led seven Nuggets in double figures with 16 points, while Ty Lawson posted 14 points and 10 assists for his first career double-double.

Gallinari expected to miss at least a week with broken toe
Nuggets forward Danilo Gallinari is expected to miss at least a week after suffering a broken left big toe last week against the Portland Trail Blazers. Gallinari scored 32 points in his first two games after arriving in Denver as part of a three-team, 13-player trade on Feb. 22.

Felton beginning to find comfort zone in Denver backcourt
Raymond Felton and J.R. Smith were able to smile after combining for 21 of Denver's 29 points in the fourth quarter of a 100-90 win over the Atlanta Hawks on Monday night at the Pepsi Center. Kenyon Martin added 14 points and 11 rebounds to help the Nuggets win for the fourth time in five games.

Captain Kenyon key as new-look Nuggets keep rolling
When Carmelo Anthony and Chauncey Billups were traded to New York this week, it left Kenyon Martin as the lone captain remaining with the Nuggets. Martin led by example on Thursday night, scoring a season-high 18 points to go with 10 rebounds in Denver's 89-75 win over the East-leading Boston Celtics.

Parting wtih Chauncey Billups sweet sorrow for Nuggets
Trading Denver native Chauncey Billups to the New York Knicks proved to be unavoidable for Nuggets executives Josh Kroenke and Masai Ujuri, who called it one of the most difficult things they've ever had to do. Kroenke and Ujiri also praised the other former Nuggets involved in the 13-player deal.

NOTEBOOK: New Nuggets ready to go after first practice
After arriving in Denver on Tuesday night, new acquisitions Wilson Chandler and Raymond Felton went through their first practice with the Nuggets on Wednesday. Chandler, Felton and Danilo Gallinari are expected to make their Pepsi Center debuts Thursday against the Boston Celtics.

Clouds lift and Nuggets soar in first game following trade
In the first game following the trade of starters Carmelo Anthony and Chauncey Billups, the Nuggets rolled to an easy 120-107 home win over the Grizzlies. With only eight Nuggets playing, J.R. Smith led Denver with 26 points and eight rebounds as six players scored in double figures.

Lopez: Nuggets put Carmelo adventure behind them
For Nuggets president Josh Kroenke and executive vice president of basketball operations Masai Ujiri, the past six months were filled with sleepless nights as they navigated an ocean of misinformation. The adventure finally ended with a three-player megatrade centering on Carmelo Anthony.

New era on horizon as Nuggets set to trade Carmelo Anthony
Carmelo Anthony (left) and Wilson Chandler will soon be swapping uniforms as the Nuggets and New York Knicks have agreed in principle to an 11-player trade that also involves the Minnesota Timberwolves. Denver native Chauncey Billups also will be heading to New York when the trade is finalized Tuesday.

Rookie Diary: Life on the road second nature for players
In the latest installment of his Rookie Diary, forward Gary Forbes checks in from Milwaukee as the Nuggets play their final game before the All-Star break. Among other things, Forbes discusses how he spends his free time on the road and getting through an NBA season without a car.

Karl in good health on anniversary of cancer announcement
One year after publicly announcing that he had been diagnosed with throat cancer, Nuggets coach George Karl is drawing up plays and pursuing his longtime goal of winning an NBA title. Karl has lost about 40 pounds since his Feb. 16, 2010, press conference and says he feels better than he has in the past 10 years.

Billups helps lead campaign to promote vaccinations
Known as Mr. Big Shot for his clutch play on the basketball court, Nuggets guard Chauncey Billups is preaching the importance of another type of shot. Billups is a spokesman for the NBA's Vaccines for Teens campaign aimed at educating teenagers, pre-teens and their parents about the need for key vaccinations.

AAA to the rescue: Nuggets beat Mavs at buzzer
Arron Afflalo scored 19 of his 24 points in the fourth quarter and hit the game-winning shot at the buzzer to give the Nuggets a 121-120 win over the Dallas Mavericks at Pepsi Center on Thursday night. Carmelo Anthony scored 42 points while Chauncey Billups had 30 points and nine assists for Denver.

OPINION: Afflalo's accuracy deserved spot in 3-point contest
Despite ranking fifth in the NBA in 3-point percentage, Nuggets shooting guard Arron Afflalo was not among the six participants selected to compete in the 3-point contest during All-Star Weekend. Oklahoma City forward Kevin Durant will take part despite shooting .347 from long range.

Anthony's 50 not enough as Nuggets fall to Houston
Carmelo Anthony matched his career-high with 50 points, but it wasn't enough as the Nuggets lost 108-103 to the Houston Rockets on Monday night at the Pepsi Center. Ty Lawson added 19 points in relief of starting point guard Chauncey Billups, who left the game in the first quarter with a knee injury.

Jazz outlast Nuggets in playoff-type clash of rivals
Nene tied his career-high with 28 points and Carmelo Anthony added 31, but it wasn't enough as the Nuggets lost to the Utah Jazz 113-106 Friday night at the Pepsi Center. Arron Afflalo had 13 points and 10 rebounds for the Nuggets, who play at Minnesota on Saturday.

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