The 2022-23 NBA season was a landmark year for the Denver Nuggets, culminating in their first-ever NBA Championship. Led by Nikola Jokić, who showcased his exceptional skills and basketball IQ, the Nuggets finished the regular season with a strong record, securing the top seed in the Western Conference. Jokić’s performance was pivotal, earning him the NBA Finals MVP honors for his consistent playmaking and scoring ability throughout the postseason.
In the playoffs, the Nuggets demonstrated resilience and depth, overcoming strong contenders like the Phoenix Suns and the Los Angeles Lakers. Coach Michael Malone’s strategic adjustments and the contributions from key players like Jamal Murray and Michael Porter Jr. were instrumental in their success. The Nuggets’ championship run was a testament to their cohesive team play and the effective execution of their game plan, marking a historic achievement for the franchise and its fans.
- Regular Season Record: 53-29
- Playoff Result: Western Conference First Round: 4-1, Western Conference Semifinals: 4-2, Western Conference Finals: 4-0, NBA Finals: 4-1
Denver Nuggets Roster and Stats for 2022-23 Season
| Regular Season | Playoffs | |||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Player | GP | PTS | REB | AST | STL | BLK | 3P% | GP | PTS | REB | AST | STL | BLK | 3P% |
| Nikola Jokić | 69 | 24.5 | 11.8 | 9.8 | 1.3 | 0.7 | 38.3 | 20 | 30.0 | 13.4 | 9.5 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 46.1 |
| Jamal Murray | 65 | 20.0 | 4.0 | 6.2 | 1.0 | 0.2 | 39.8 | 20 | 26.1 | 5.7 | 7.1 | 1.5 | 0.3 | 39.6 |
| Michael Porter Jr. | 62 | 17.4 | 5.5 | 1.0 | 0.6 | 0.5 | 41.4 | 20 | 13.4 | 8.1 | 1.5 | 0.5 | 0.6 | 35.1 |
| Aaron Gordon | 68 | 16.3 | 6.6 | 3.0 | 0.8 | 0.8 | 34.7 | 20 | 13.3 | 6.0 | 2.6 | 0.6 | 0.6 | 39.1 |
| Bones Hyland | 42 | 12.1 | 2.0 | 3.0 | 0.7 | 0.3 | 37.8 | 0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 |
| Bruce Brown | 80 | 11.5 | 4.1 | 3.4 | 1.1 | 0.6 | 35.8 | 20 | 12.0 | 4.0 | 1.9 | 1.0 | 0.4 | 31.6 |
| Kentavious Caldwell-Pope | 76 | 10.8 | 2.7 | 2.4 | 1.5 | 0.5 | 42.3 | 20 | 10.6 | 3.3 | 1.5 | 1.3 | 0.6 | 38.0 |
| Reggie Jackson | 16 | 7.9 | 1.8 | 3.1 | 0.6 | 0.1 | 27.9 | 6 | 0.5 | 0.3 | 0.3 | 0.2 | 0.0 | 50.0 |
| Jeff Green | 56 | 7.8 | 2.6 | 1.2 | 0.3 | 0.3 | 28.8 | 20 | 4.1 | 1.5 | 0.7 | 0.3 | 0.3 | 32.1 |
| Zeke Nnaji | 53 | 5.2 | 2.6 | 0.3 | 0.3 | 0.4 | 26.2 | 5 | 1.0 | 0.4 | 0.0 | 0.2 | 0.0 | 33.3 |
| DeAndre Jordan | 39 | 5.1 | 5.2 | 0.9 | 0.3 | 0.6 | 100.0 | 4 | 1.3 | 1.0 | 0.3 | 0.0 | 0.3 | 0.0 |
| Vlatko Čančar | 60 | 5.0 | 2.1 | 1.3 | 0.4 | 0.2 | 37.4 | 5 | 0.0 | 0.6 | 0.2 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 |
| Christian Braun | 76 | 4.7 | 2.4 | 0.8 | 0.5 | 0.2 | 35.4 | 19 | 3.2 | 2.1 | 0.6 | 0.6 | 0.2 | 20.0 |
| Thomas Bryant | 18 | 4.6 | 3.3 | 0.1 | 0.1 | 0.4 | 44.4 | 1 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 |
| Peyton Watson | 23 | 3.3 | 1.6 | 0.5 | 0.1 | 0.5 | 42.9 | 5 | 1.0 | 0.8 | 0.2 | 0.0 | 0.2 | 50.0 |
| Ish Smith | 43 | 2.5 | 1.3 | 2.3 | 0.2 | 0.2 | 16.7 | 4 | 0.5 | 0.3 | 0.3 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 |
| Davon Reed | 35 | 2.3 | 1.6 | 0.5 | 0.4 | 0.1 | 36.4 | 0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 |
| Jack White | 17 | 1.2 | 1.0 | 0.2 | 0.2 | 0.1 | 33.3 | 0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 |
Denver Nuggets in the 2023 NBA Playoffs
Playoffs First Round vs. Minnesota Timberwolves
In the first round of the 2023 NBA Playoffs, the Denver Nuggets showcased their dominance as the top seed in the Western Conference by dispatching the Minnesota Timberwolves in five games. Led by two-time MVP Nikola Jokić, who delivered consistently exceptional performances, the Nuggets demonstrated their depth and versatility. Their solid defense and dynamic offense underscored their status as serious contenders for the championship.
| Date | Opponent | Result | High Scorer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 16, 2023 | vs. Minnesota Timberwolves | W 109-80 | |
| Apr 19, 2023 | vs. Minnesota Timberwolves | W 122-113 | |
| Apr 21, 2023 | @ Minnesota Timberwolves | W 120-111 | |
| Apr 23, 2023 | @ Minnesota Timberwolves | L 114-108 | |
| Apr 25, 2023 | vs. Minnesota Timberwolves | W 112-109 |
Playoffs Second Round vs. Phoenix Suns
In the second round of the 2023 NBA Playoffs, the Denver Nuggets showcased their depth and resilience, led by the stellar play of Nikola Jokić. Jokić's versatile playmaking and scoring ability were pivotal in navigating past a tough opponent, as the team capitalized on their cohesive unit to advance. The series highlighted the Nuggets' strategic adaptability and solid defense, solidifying their status as a formidable contender.
| Date | Opponent | Result | High Scorer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 29, 2023 | vs. Phoenix Suns | W 125-107 | |
| May 01, 2023 | vs. Phoenix Suns | W 97-87 | |
| May 05, 2023 | @ Phoenix Suns | L 121-114 | |
| May 07, 2023 | @ Phoenix Suns | L 129-124 | |
| May 09, 2023 | vs. Phoenix Suns | W 118-102 | |
| May 11, 2023 | @ Phoenix Suns | W 125-100 |
2023 Conference Championship vs. Los Angeles Lakers
In the 2023 NBA Playoffs, the Denver Nuggets showcased their dominance in the Western Conference Finals by defeating the Los Angeles Lakers. Led by the stellar performances of Nikola Jokić, who consistently displayed his MVP-caliber skills, the Nuggets executed a balanced offensive strategy and tenacious defense. This victory marked a significant milestone for Denver, propelling them to their first NBA Finals appearance in franchise history.
| Date | Opponent | Result | High Scorer |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 16, 2023 | vs. Los Angeles Lakers | W 132-126 | |
| May 18, 2023 | vs. Los Angeles Lakers | W 108-103 | |
| May 20, 2023 | @ Los Angeles Lakers | W 119-108 | |
| May 22, 2023 | @ Los Angeles Lakers | W 113-111 |
2023 NBA Finals vs. Miami Heat
The Denver Nuggets clinched their first-ever NBA Championship in the 2023 Finals, powered by the exceptional performances of Nikola Jokić, who was named the Finals MVP. Displaying remarkable teamwork and resilience, the Nuggets defeated the Miami Heat with a blend of strategic offense and solid defense, marking a historic milestone for the franchise. Jokić's versatile playmaking and dominance in the paint were pivotal in securing the title, cementing his status as one of the league's most impactful players.
| Date | Opponent | Result | High Scorer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 01, 2023 | vs. Miami Heat | W 104-93 | |
| Jun 04, 2023 | vs. Miami Heat | L 111-108 | |
| Jun 07, 2023 | @ Miami Heat | W 109-94 | |
| Jun 09, 2023 | @ Miami Heat | W 108-95 | |
| Jun 12, 2023 | vs. Miami Heat | W 94-89 |
Denver Nuggets 2022-23 Regular Season Game Log
Here is the game log for the 2022-23 season for the Denver Nuggets.
| Date | Opponent | Result | High Scorer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 19, 2022 | @ Utah Jazz | L 123-102 | |
| Oct 21, 2022 | @ Golden State Warriors | W 128-123 | |
| Oct 22, 2022 | vs. Oklahoma City Thunder | W 122-117 | |
| Oct 24, 2022 | @ Portland Trail Blazers | L 135-110 | |
| Oct 26, 2022 | vs. Los Angeles Lakers | W 110-99 | |
| Oct 28, 2022 | vs. Utah Jazz | W 117-101 | |
| Oct 30, 2022 | @ Los Angeles Lakers | L 121-110 | |
| Nov 03, 2022 | @ Oklahoma City Thunder | W 122-110 | |
| Nov 05, 2022 | vs. San Antonio Spurs | W 126-101 | |
| Nov 07, 2022 | @ San Antonio Spurs | W 115-109 | |
| Nov 09, 2022 | @ Indiana Pacers | W 122-119 | |
| Nov 11, 2022 | @ Boston Celtics | L 131-112 | |
| Nov 13, 2022 | @ Chicago Bulls | W 126-103 | |
| Nov 16, 2022 | vs. New York Knicks | L 106-103 | |
| Nov 18, 2022 | @ Dallas Mavericks | L 127-99 | |
| Nov 20, 2022 | @ Dallas Mavericks | W 98-97 | |
| Nov 22, 2022 | vs. Detroit Pistons | L 110-108 | |
| Nov 23, 2022 | @ Oklahoma City Thunder | W 131-126 | |
| Nov 25, 2022 | @ Los Angeles Clippers | W 114-104 | |
| Nov 28, 2022 | vs. Houston Rockets | W 129-113 | |
| Nov 30, 2022 | vs. Houston Rockets | W 120-100 | |
| Dec 02, 2022 | @ Atlanta Hawks | L 117-109 | |
| Dec 04, 2022 | @ New Orleans Pelicans | L 121-106 | |
| Dec 06, 2022 | vs. Dallas Mavericks | L 116-115 | |
| Dec 08, 2022 | @ Portland Trail Blazers | W 121-120 | |
| Dec 10, 2022 | vs. Utah Jazz | W 115-110 | |
| Dec 14, 2022 | vs. Washington Wizards | W 141-128 | |
| Dec 16, 2022 | @ Los Angeles Lakers | L 126-108 | |
| Dec 18, 2022 | vs. Charlotte Hornets | W 119-115 | |
| Dec 20, 2022 | vs. Memphis Grizzlies | W 105-91 | |
| Dec 23, 2022 | vs. Portland Trail Blazers | W 120-107 | |
| Dec 25, 2022 | vs. Phoenix Suns | W 128-125 | |
| Dec 27, 2022 | @ Sacramento Kings | W 113-106 | |
| Dec 28, 2022 | @ Sacramento Kings | L 127-126 | |
| Dec 30, 2022 | vs. Miami Heat | W 124-119 | |
| Jan 01, 2023 | vs. Boston Celtics | W 123-111 | |
| Jan 02, 2023 | @ Minnesota Timberwolves | L 124-111 | |
| Jan 05, 2023 | vs. Los Angeles Clippers | W 122-91 | |
| Jan 06, 2023 | vs. Cleveland Cavaliers | W 121-108 | |
| Jan 09, 2023 | vs. Los Angeles Lakers | W 122-109 | |
| Jan 11, 2023 | vs. Phoenix Suns | W 126-97 | |
| Jan 13, 2023 | @ Los Angeles Clippers | W 115-103 | |
| Jan 15, 2023 | vs. Orlando Magic | W 119-116 | |
| Jan 17, 2023 | vs. Portland Trail Blazers | W 122-113 | |
| Jan 18, 2023 | vs. Minnesota Timberwolves | W 122-118 | |
| Jan 20, 2023 | vs. Indiana Pacers | W 134-111 | |
| Jan 22, 2023 | vs. Oklahoma City Thunder | L 101-99 | |
| Jan 24, 2023 | @ New Orleans Pelicans | W 99-98 | |
| Jan 25, 2023 | @ Milwaukee Bucks | L 107-99 | |
| Jan 28, 2023 | @ Philadelphia 76ers | L 126-119 | |
| Jan 31, 2023 | vs. New Orleans Pelicans | W 122-113 | |
| Feb 02, 2023 | vs. Golden State Warriors | W 134-117 | |
| Feb 04, 2023 | vs. Atlanta Hawks | W 128-108 | |
| Feb 05, 2023 | @ Minnesota Timberwolves | L 128-98 | |
| Feb 07, 2023 | vs. Minnesota Timberwolves | W 146-112 | |
| Feb 09, 2023 | @ Orlando Magic | L 115-104 | |
| Feb 11, 2023 | @ Charlotte Hornets | W 119-105 | |
| Feb 13, 2023 | @ Miami Heat | W 112-108 | |
| Feb 15, 2023 | vs. Dallas Mavericks | W 118-109 | |
| Feb 23, 2023 | @ Cleveland Cavaliers | W 115-109 | |
| Feb 25, 2023 | @ Memphis Grizzlies | L 112-94 | |
| Feb 26, 2023 | vs. Los Angeles Clippers | W 134-124 | |
| Feb 28, 2023 | @ Houston Rockets | W 133-112 | |
| Mar 03, 2023 | vs. Memphis Grizzlies | W 113-97 | |
| Mar 06, 2023 | vs. Toronto Raptors | W 118-113 | |
| Mar 08, 2023 | vs. Chicago Bulls | L 117-96 | |
| Mar 10, 2023 | @ San Antonio Spurs | L 128-120 | |
| Mar 12, 2023 | vs. Brooklyn Nets | L 122-120 | |
| Mar 14, 2023 | @ Toronto Raptors | L 125-110 | |
| Mar 16, 2023 | @ Detroit Pistons | W 119-100 | |
| Mar 18, 2023 | @ New York Knicks | L 116-110 | |
| Mar 19, 2023 | @ Brooklyn Nets | W 108-102 | |
| Mar 22, 2023 | @ Washington Wizards | W 118-104 | |
| Mar 25, 2023 | vs. Milwaukee Bucks | W 129-106 | |
| Mar 27, 2023 | vs. Philadelphia 76ers | W 116-111 | |
| Mar 30, 2023 | vs. New Orleans Pelicans | L 107-88 | |
| Mar 31, 2023 | @ Phoenix Suns | L 100-93 | |
| Apr 02, 2023 | vs. Golden State Warriors | W 112-110 | |
| Apr 04, 2023 | @ Houston Rockets | L 124-103 | |
| Apr 06, 2023 | @ Phoenix Suns | L 119-115 | |
| Apr 08, 2023 | @ Utah Jazz | L 118-114 | |
| Apr 09, 2023 | vs. Sacramento Kings | W 109-95 |