Look, the Nuggets are playing for the top seed in the West, and the Jazz are just trying to get through the next few weeks. Denver's won six of their last ten, including a tight one against Minnesota, showcasing that championship grit when it matters. Utah, on the other hand, has dropped nine straight, getting blown out by Houston by 32 points last week. They're missing Lauri Markkanen, Jordan Clarkson, and John Collins, which pretty much guts their already thin lineup.
The key matchup to watch is Nikola Jokic against whatever poor soul the Jazz throw at him, likely Walker Kessler. Jokic had 26 points, 18 rebounds, and 16 assists in his last outing against the Spurs. He’s just operating on a different plane right now. Thing is, the Nuggets aren't going to let this one slip.
Denver rolls, 128-105.
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