Late in the fourth quarter though, former Kansas star Christian Braun had the highlight of the night for the Nuggets, taking a feed for Nikola Jokic and promptly putting Bucks big man Brook Lopez on a poster.

Nuggets coach Michael Malone wants to keep this party going, he won’t change his starting five once Russell Westbrook’s left hamstring is healed up.

Christian Braun is having a breakout campaign, becoming a strong contender in the discussion for the league’s Most Improved Player award.

Giannis Antetokounmpo scored 28 points, pulled down a season-high 19 rebounds and dished out seven assists as the Milwaukee Bucks defeated the Denver Nuggets 121-112 on Thursday.

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Christian Braun ... Braun, 23, was Denver’s starting two-guard on opening night, replacing Kentavious Caldwell-Pope in the lineup. Westbrook signed with the Nuggets to be their sixth man ...

Senior sports reporter Noral Parham talks with Nikola Jokic, Rick Carlisle and Ron Taylor following the Nuggets' win over the Pacers.

The Denver Nuggets showcased their depth and efficiency Monday night, securing a 125-116 win over the Indiana Pacers behind a career-best 19 assists from Nikola Jokic.

Antetokounmpo went just over the 32-minute limit Doc Rivers is trying to keep him under to manage his left calf strain.

Nikola Jokic had a career-best 19 assists, while adding 18 points and nine rebounds, Aaron Gordon scored 25 points and the Denver Nuggets defeated the Indiana Pacers 125-116 on Monday night

Christian Braun, this last eight-game ... Braun, 23, was Denver’s starting two-guard on opening night, replacing Kentavious Caldwell-Pope in the lineup. Westbrook signed with the Nuggets to be their sixth man, replenishing their backcourt depth chart ...