In what looks to be a relatively easy match-up against the struggling Brooklyn Nets, the Denver Nuggets look to build upon their two thrilling victories and start a win streak. But beware of “easy match-ups” with a young team like the Nuggets — nothing has come easy this season for Michael Malone’s squad.
| Regular Season Game 53 | ||
| Denver Nuggets (21-31) | @ | Brooklyn Nets (13-39) |
| 5:30 MT | on | Altitude, 960AM |
| Projected Starters | ||
| Nuggets | Nets | |
| Emmanuel Mudiay (R) Nikola Jokic (R) | ||
Injury report:
Nuggets: Wilson Chandler – out (right hip arthroscopic surgery), Jameer Nelson – doubtful (sprained left wrist), Darrell Arthur – questionable (sore left quad)
Nets: Chris McCullough – probable (right ACL surgery), Jarrett Jack – out (right ACL tear), Rondae Hollis-Jefferson – out (broken bone in right ankle)
The next test
Amidst a terrible Nets season, Brook Lopez has been the one bright spot, dominating big men with his crafty post play and soft touch.