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Why Denver Is the 2nd Best Contender in the NBA

• Henry Minahan • Episode 57

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In this episode, I break down why the Denver Nuggets remain one of the most formidable contenders in the NBA and why I currently view them as the 2nd best Championship threat in the NBA as we look towards the playoffs.

I dive into the structural reasons behind Denver’s sustained success over the past 5 seasons. In particular, their elite half-court offense and physical identity to the chemistry and continuity that makes their system so difficult to stop come post-season time. 

With Nikola Jokić and Jamal Murray leading the league’s most reliable offensive partnership, a roster filled with a plethora of offensive skill, and depth that continues to build as they continuously find gems, Denver checks nearly every box of what a championship-caliber team looks like.

A full discussion on why the Nuggets’ formula continues to work — and why their run of success may define this generation of NBA basketball.