The Nuggets' depth is again being tested. Could the team make a trade with the Clippers for Chris Paul and Kris Dunn?

One of the best matchups in the NBA on Thursday night takes place in Denver, as Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets host Paolo Banchero and the Orlando Magic. B

He’s not naive to the fact that Nikola Jokic and the offense are what make them a high-functioning team. Denver has already proven that it can go all the way with a 15th-ranked defense. The top half of the league will suffice.

Follow along with the best of a five-game night in the NBA, headlined by Cade Cunningham and Jaylen Brown facing off in Pistons-Celtics.

The Rockets had already faced the Nuggets in November in an NBA Group play game. The Nuggets were able to come away with a close 112-109 victory at the Toyota Center. The Rockets were looking for revenge against Denver on Monday, and for a little bit it looked like they may even up the season series.

Check local listings each week. Both games will stream live nationwide on Peacock. NBC Sports will launch Sunday Night Basketball across NBC and Peacock on Feb. 1, 2026. For a full schedule of the NBA on NBC and Peacock, click here.

Denver Nuggets star Jamal Murray has been exceptional this 2025-26 NBA season. While he’s always been considered the second option to Nikola Jokic, the guard has leaped forward with his performance. He has a strong argument for being included in the All-Star game based on his performance this year.

Bruce Brown explained that a three-year, $50 million contract with Los Angeles was nearly finalized after the Nuggets' championship season.