Westbrook went for 25 points, two steals, two blocks and a corner three with 1:28 to go that doubled Denver’s lead. Sacramento did not go quietly — Zach LaVine answered 20 seconds later to creep back within one score — but the Nuggets made the stops and free throws necessary to escape.

Nnaji accumulated 14 points (6-8 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 1-2 FT), three rebounds and two blocks in 24 minutes during Monday's 125-116 win over the Pacers. Nnaji made a strong impression Monday and even logged some minutes alongside Nikola Jokic against Indiana's jumbo frontcourt.

Nikola Jokić is the rare star scorer that might actually prefer to be double-teamed. It's part of what makes the Nuggets star one of the greatest offensive players in NBA history. He doesn't want to score 50 points. He wants to scare you into thinking he might because his legendary passing can take over a game when you send too much help his way.

Most of Zeke Nnaji’s work this season has been done in the background, after games. He’s taking advantage of a moment in the foreground now.

The Denver Nuggets bounced back from their loss to the Los Angeles Lakers and defeated the Indiana Pacers, 125-116, on Monday. Denver now sits at 38-20 on the season and reclaimed second place in the Western Conference standings.

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The Denver Nuggets play against the Indiana Pacers at Gainbridge Fieldhouse The Denver Nuggets are spending $4,891,164 per win while the Indiana Pacers are spending $5,375,365 per win Game Time:

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