The Denver Nuggets are ending the 2020-21 season on a high note, with a third-straight win coming over the Detroit Pistons Friday night.
Denver (47-24) was led by Nikola Jokiu0107, who finished with his 16th triple-double of the season (20 points, 15 rebounds, 11 assists). Meanwhile, Markus Howard dropped a career-high 20 points in his first NBA start.
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The Nuggets will end the regular season in Portland Sunday in a game that may have significant implications for playoff positioning for both teams.
Portland (41-30) has surged in recent weeks, going 8-2 in its last 10 games.