The Nuggets’ lack of perimeter players proved costly in a 119-104 defeat to the Pelicans.
Denver’s beloved videogame lineup, which featured all frontcourt players largely returned (Torrey Craig replaced Paul Millsap) but their size couldn’t keep with New Orleans from the start of the contest.
Troy Daniels continued his hot streak, leading the Nuggets with 28 points. Nickeil Alexander-Walker paced the Pelicans with 21 points.
Here are the takeaways:
Turnovers a concern
Over the past two scrimmages, the Nuggets have surrendered 45 turnovers to just 39 assists. Although some of it can be attributed to the team’s lack of guards, there were moments of carelessness and bad decisions overall that can’t become a habit when the real games start.