The Denver Nuggets are gearing up for their twelfth back-to-back game of the season as they prepare to face off against the Sacramento Kings. The team has had its fair share of injuries, with Vlatko Čančar and Hunter Tyson ruled out for the game due to knee surgery and finger sprain/fracture, respectively. On the other side, the Kings will be without Jordan Ford, De’Aaron Fox, Colby Jones, Jalen Slawson, and Sasha Vezenokov due to various reasons.
Having faced the Kings three times this season, the Nuggets are looking to turn the tables, especially considering the challenging schedule they have had to endure. The team’s current record stands at 39-19, and a win in the upcoming game would mark their 40th victory of the season. Additionally, the Nuggets are trailing behind the Oklahoma City Thunder and the Minnesota Timberwolves, who are currently tied for the top seed in the Western Conference.
Nikola Jokić has been instrumental in the Nuggets’ recent successes, achieving a triple-double in all three games following the All-Star break. Notably, he made history by becoming the first player to record at least 80 points, 50 rebounds, and 45 assists in a three-game span. Despite minimal rest during the All-Star break, Jokić’s exceptional performance has been a driving force for the team.
With an impressive home record of 22-5 at Ball Arena, the Nuggets are set to bring their A-game against the Kings. Fans can catch the action on Wednesday at 7:00 p.m. MT, with the game broadcasted on Altitude TV and Altitude Sports Radio 92.5 FM.
