During the preseason matchup between the Nuggets and Suns at Ball Arena, coach Michael Malone pushed his starters to their limits by playing them the entire third quarter without rest. Despite the 118-114 loss, Denver gained valuable insights from the game. Malone explained his strategy, stating, “[I] tried to push their envelope a little bit….
At 57-25 in 2023-24, the Denver Nuggets finished second in the Western Conference. Denver beat the Lakers in five games in the first round. Next up for the Nuggets was an extremely tough series vs. Anthony Edwards and the Minnesota Timberwolves. Denver lost the first two games, won the next three, and then proceeded to…
Photo: Denver Nuggets/YouTube Denver Nuggets head coach Michael Malone continues to abstain from watching NBA playoff games following his team’s second-round exit at the hands of the Minnesota Timberwolves, reflecting the lingering disappointment of missing out on the opportunity to defend their title. In an interview with Jim Rome, Malone revealed that he hasn’t been…
Photo: Denver Nuggets/X Denver Nuggets head coach Michael Malone will look into possibly resting Nikola Jokic/the team’s starters more next season (lost 4-3 in the Western Conference Semifinals vs. the Minnesota Timberwolves). (via Denver Nuggets): Reporter: “With how much basketball Nikola Jokic has played over the last several seasons and he could be playing in…
After nearly defeating the Lakers 4-1 in the first-round series, the Nuggets were brimming with confidence heading into the Western Conference semifinal matchup against the Timberwolves this past weekend. However, the defending champions suffered a surprising loss in Game 1 and are aiming to bounce back on Monday in search of redemption. Minnesota coach Chris…
Photo: Spectrum SportsNet/x As speculation swirls around the future of Los Angeles Lakers head coach Darvin Ham, Denver Nuggets head coach Michael Malone has come forward to offer his support amidst rumors of Ham’s potential departure. Despite the Lakers’ early playoff exit, Malone praised Ham’s coaching abilities and character, emphasizing his belief that Ham deserves…
Photo: Mark Nessia Bakersfield Condors captain Brad Malone has announced that he will retire from professional hockey following the conclusion of the 2024 Calder Cup Playoffs. Malone, who has been with Bakersfield since 2017, is the longest-serving captain in Condors history. “It has been a 20-year journey since I left home, and this is the…
Bennett Durando of The Denver Post suggests that the Nuggets might need to prioritize health over their pursuit of the No. 1 seed. Despite finishing with an impressive performance of 32 points and 10 rebounds on Friday night, Nikola Jokic played with his right wrist taped, indicating ongoing discomfort. Coach Michael Malone acknowledged Jokic’s struggles,…
