The Denver Nuggets entered the 2023-24 NBA season as the reigning champions, eager to defend their title. Led by Nikola Jokic, the two-time MVP, they aimed to capitalize on their strong roster continuity. Early in the season, the Nuggets demonstrated dominance in the Western Conference, maintaining a top-three position.
Key contributors included Jamal Murray, who returned to form after injuries, and Michael Porter Jr., whose improved defense and consistent shooting provided additional support. The offseason acquisition of a reliable backup center bolstered their bench, addressing previous depth concerns. Coach Michael Malone’s emphasis on defensive improvements was evident, with the team ranking among the top ten in defensive efficiency.
Despite facing stiff competition from Western rivals, the Nuggets remained focused, showing resilience in close games and maintaining a strong home-court advantage. As the playoffs approached, Denver’s blend of star power and depth positioned them as a formidable contender for a repeat championship run.
- Regular Season Record: 57-25
- Playoff Result: Western Conference First Round: 4-1, Western Conference Semifinals: 3-4
Denver Nuggets Roster and Stats for 2023-24 Season
| Regular Season | Playoffs | |||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Player | GP | PTS | REB | AST | STL | BLK | 3P% | GP | PTS | REB | AST | STL | BLK | 3P% |
| Nikola Jokić | 79 | 26.4 | 12.4 | 9.0 | 1.4 | 0.9 | 35.9 | 12 | 28.7 | 13.4 | 8.7 | 1.4 | 0.7 | 26.4 |
| Jamal Murray | 59 | 21.2 | 4.1 | 6.5 | 1.0 | 0.7 | 42.5 | 12 | 20.6 | 4.3 | 5.6 | 0.8 | 0.5 | 31.5 |
| Michael Porter Jr. | 81 | 16.7 | 7.0 | 1.5 | 0.5 | 0.7 | 39.7 | 12 | 15.8 | 6.8 | 1.1 | 0.9 | 0.8 | 40.7 |
| Aaron Gordon | 73 | 13.9 | 6.5 | 3.5 | 0.8 | 0.6 | 29.0 | 12 | 14.3 | 7.3 | 4.4 | 0.8 | 0.6 | 40.7 |
| Reggie Jackson | 82 | 10.2 | 1.9 | 3.8 | 0.5 | 0.2 | 35.9 | 12 | 3.5 | 1.3 | 1.0 | 0.2 | 0.1 | 34.8 |
| Kentavious Caldwell-Pope | 76 | 10.1 | 2.4 | 2.4 | 1.3 | 0.6 | 40.6 | 12 | 8.1 | 2.9 | 2.6 | 1.4 | 0.4 | 32.7 |
| Christian Braun | 82 | 7.3 | 3.7 | 1.6 | 0.5 | 0.4 | 38.4 | 12 | 5.1 | 2.7 | 0.8 | 0.2 | 0.4 | 22.2 |
| Peyton Watson | 80 | 6.7 | 3.2 | 1.1 | 0.5 | 1.1 | 29.6 | 10 | 1.8 | 1.5 | 0.4 | 0.0 | 0.6 | 25.0 |
| Julian Strawther | 50 | 4.5 | 1.2 | 0.9 | 0.3 | 0.1 | 29.7 | 3 | 2.3 | 0.7 | 0.0 | 0.3 | 0.0 | 25.0 |
| Justin Holiday | 58 | 4.0 | 1.2 | 1.2 | 0.6 | 0.2 | 40.4 | 12 | 2.9 | 1.7 | 0.3 | 0.5 | 0.0 | 37.9 |
| DeAndre Jordan | 36 | 3.9 | 4.4 | 0.7 | 0.2 | 0.4 | 0.0 | 2 | 2.0 | 1.5 | 0.0 | 0.5 | 0.5 | 0.0 |
| Collin Gillespie | 24 | 3.6 | 0.9 | 1.1 | 0.5 | 0.0 | 39.5 | 0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 |
| Zeke Nnaji | 58 | 3.2 | 2.2 | 0.6 | 0.3 | 0.7 | 26.1 | 3 | 1.7 | 0.7 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.3 | 0.0 |
| Jalen Pickett | 27 | 1.6 | 0.5 | 0.8 | 0.1 | 0.0 | 36.0 | 3 | 1.3 | 0.3 | 0.3 | 0.0 | 0.3 | 0.0 |
| Jay Huff | 20 | 1.2 | 0.6 | 0.1 | 0.1 | 0.2 | 33.3 | 0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 |
| Hunter Tyson | 18 | 1.1 | 0.5 | 0.1 | 0.1 | 0.0 | 28.6 | 3 | 0.3 | 1.0 | 0.3 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 |
| Braxton Key | 20 | 1.1 | 0.9 | 0.5 | 0.1 | 0.1 | 40.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 |
Denver Nuggets in the 2024 NBA Playoffs
Playoffs First Round vs. Los Angeles Lakers
In the first round of the 2024 NBA Playoffs, the Denver Nuggets showcased their championship pedigree by efficiently dispatching their opponents with a blend of offensive prowess and defensive resilience. Led by the dynamic duo of Nikola Jokić and Jamal Murray, the Nuggets demonstrated their depth and versatility, consistently outmaneuvering the competition. Their ability to maintain composure under pressure bodes well for their pursuit of back-to-back titles.
| Date | Opponent | Result | High Scorer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 20, 2024 | vs. Los Angeles Lakers | W 114-103 | |
| Apr 22, 2024 | vs. Los Angeles Lakers | W 101-99 | |
| Apr 25, 2024 | @ Los Angeles Lakers | W 112-105 | |
| Apr 27, 2024 | @ Los Angeles Lakers | L 119-108 | |
| Apr 29, 2024 | vs. Los Angeles Lakers | W 108-106 |
Playoffs Second Round vs. Minnesota Timberwolves
In the 2024 NBA Playoffs' second round, the Denver Nuggets showcased their prowess by leveraging Nikola Jokić's versatility and Jamal Murray's scoring prowess to dominate their opponents. Their deep roster depth and strong defensive strategies helped them maintain control, making them formidable contenders for the championship. The team's cohesion and adaptability were evident as they executed well-coordinated plays, reinforcing their status as serious title contenders.
| Date | Opponent | Result | High Scorer |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 04, 2024 | vs. Minnesota Timberwolves | L 106-99 | |
| May 06, 2024 | vs. Minnesota Timberwolves | L 106-80 | |
| May 10, 2024 | @ Minnesota Timberwolves | W 117-90 | |
| May 12, 2024 | @ Minnesota Timberwolves | W 115-107 | |
| May 14, 2024 | vs. Minnesota Timberwolves | W 112-97 | |
| May 16, 2024 | @ Minnesota Timberwolves | L 115-70 | |
| May 19, 2024 | vs. Minnesota Timberwolves | L 98-90 |
Denver Nuggets 2023-24 Regular Season Game Log
Here is the game log for the 2023-24 season for the Denver Nuggets.
| Date | Opponent | Result | High Scorer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 24, 2023 | vs. Los Angeles Lakers | W 119-107 | |
| Oct 27, 2023 | @ Memphis Grizzlies | W 108-104 | |
| Oct 29, 2023 | @ Oklahoma City Thunder | W 128-95 | |
| Oct 30, 2023 | vs. Utah Jazz | W 110-102 | |
| Nov 01, 2023 | @ Minnesota Timberwolves | L 110-89 | |
| Nov 03, 2023 | vs. Dallas Mavericks (NBA Cup) | W 125-114 | |
| Nov 04, 2023 | vs. Chicago Bulls | W 123-101 | |
| Nov 06, 2023 | vs. New Orleans Pelicans | W 134-116 | |
| Nov 08, 2023 | vs. Golden State Warriors | W 108-105 | |
| Nov 12, 2023 | @ Houston Rockets | L 107-104 | |
| Nov 14, 2023 | vs. Los Angeles Clippers (NBA Cup) | W 111-108 | |
| Nov 17, 2023 | @ New Orleans Pelicans (NBA Cup) | L 115-110 | |
| Nov 19, 2023 | @ Cleveland Cavaliers | L 121-109 | |
| Nov 20, 2023 | @ Detroit Pistons | W 107-103 | |
| Nov 22, 2023 | @ Orlando Magic | L 124-119 | |
| Nov 24, 2023 | @ Houston Rockets (NBA Cup) | L 105-86 | |
| Nov 26, 2023 | vs. San Antonio Spurs | W 132-120 | |
| Nov 27, 2023 | @ Los Angeles Clippers | W 113-104 | |
| Nov 29, 2023 | vs. Houston Rockets | W 134-124 | |
| Dec 01, 2023 | @ Phoenix Suns | W 119-111 | |
| Dec 02, 2023 | @ Sacramento Kings | L 123-117 | |
| Dec 06, 2023 | @ Los Angeles Clippers | L 111-102 | |
| Dec 08, 2023 | vs. Houston Rockets | L 114-106 | |
| Dec 11, 2023 | @ Atlanta Hawks | W 129-122 | |
| Dec 12, 2023 | @ Chicago Bulls | W 114-106 | |
| Dec 14, 2023 | vs. Brooklyn Nets | W 124-101 | |
| Dec 16, 2023 | vs. Oklahoma City Thunder | L 118-117 | |
| Dec 18, 2023 | vs. Dallas Mavericks | W 130-104 | |
| Dec 20, 2023 | @ Toronto Raptors | W 113-104 | |
| Dec 22, 2023 | @ Brooklyn Nets | W 122-117 | |
| Dec 23, 2023 | @ Charlotte Hornets | W 102-95 | |
| Dec 25, 2023 | vs. Golden State Warriors | W 120-114 | |
| Dec 28, 2023 | vs. Memphis Grizzlies | W 142-105 | |
| Dec 29, 2023 | vs. Oklahoma City Thunder | L 119-93 | |
| Jan 01, 2024 | vs. Charlotte Hornets | W 111-93 | |
| Jan 04, 2024 | @ Golden State Warriors | W 130-127 | |
| Jan 05, 2024 | vs. Orlando Magic | L 122-120 | |
| Jan 07, 2024 | vs. Detroit Pistons | W 131-114 | |
| Jan 10, 2024 | @ Utah Jazz | L 124-111 | |
| Jan 12, 2024 | vs. New Orleans Pelicans | W 125-113 | |
| Jan 14, 2024 | vs. Indiana Pacers | W 117-109 | |
| Jan 16, 2024 | @ Philadelphia 76ers | L 126-121 | |
| Jan 19, 2024 | @ Boston Celtics | W 102-100 | |
| Jan 21, 2024 | @ Washington Wizards | W 113-104 | |
| Jan 23, 2024 | @ Indiana Pacers | W 114-109 | |
| Jan 25, 2024 | @ New York Knicks | L 122-84 | |
| Jan 27, 2024 | vs. Philadelphia 76ers | W 111-105 | |
| Jan 29, 2024 | vs. Milwaukee Bucks | W 113-107 | |
| Jan 31, 2024 | @ Oklahoma City Thunder | L 105-100 | |
| Feb 02, 2024 | vs. Portland Trail Blazers | W 120-108 | |
| Feb 04, 2024 | vs. Portland Trail Blazers | W 112-103 | |
| Feb 08, 2024 | @ Los Angeles Lakers | W 114-106 | |
| Feb 09, 2024 | @ Sacramento Kings | L 135-106 | |
| Feb 12, 2024 | @ Milwaukee Bucks | L 112-95 | |
| Feb 14, 2024 | vs. Sacramento Kings | L 102-98 | |
| Feb 22, 2024 | vs. Washington Wizards | W 130-110 | |
| Feb 23, 2024 | @ Portland Trail Blazers | W 127-112 | |
| Feb 25, 2024 | @ Golden State Warriors | W 119-103 | |
| Feb 28, 2024 | vs. Sacramento Kings | W 117-96 | |
| Feb 29, 2024 | vs. Miami Heat | W 103-97 | |
| Mar 02, 2024 | @ Los Angeles Lakers | W 124-114 | |
| Mar 05, 2024 | vs. Phoenix Suns | L 117-107 | |
| Mar 07, 2024 | vs. Boston Celtics | W 115-109 | |
| Mar 09, 2024 | vs. Utah Jazz | W 142-121 | |
| Mar 11, 2024 | vs. Toronto Raptors | W 125-119 | |
| Mar 13, 2024 | @ Miami Heat | W 100-88 | |
| Mar 15, 2024 | @ San Antonio Spurs | W 117-106 | |
| Mar 17, 2024 | @ Dallas Mavericks | L 107-105 | |
| Mar 19, 2024 | @ Minnesota Timberwolves | W 115-112 | |
| Mar 21, 2024 | vs. New York Knicks | W 113-100 | |
| Mar 23, 2024 | @ Portland Trail Blazers | W 114-111 | |
| Mar 25, 2024 | vs. Memphis Grizzlies | W 128-103 | |
| Mar 27, 2024 | vs. Phoenix Suns | L 104-97 | |
| Mar 29, 2024 | vs. Minnesota Timberwolves | L 111-98 | |
| Mar 31, 2024 | vs. Cleveland Cavaliers | W 130-101 | |
| Apr 02, 2024 | vs. San Antonio Spurs | W 110-105 | |
| Apr 04, 2024 | @ Los Angeles Clippers | L 102-100 | |
| Apr 06, 2024 | vs. Atlanta Hawks | W 142-110 | |
| Apr 09, 2024 | @ Utah Jazz | W 111-95 | |
| Apr 10, 2024 | vs. Minnesota Timberwolves | W 116-107 | |
| Apr 12, 2024 | @ San Antonio Spurs | L 121-120 | |
| Apr 14, 2024 | @ Memphis Grizzlies | W 126-111 |