: Denver held Philadelphia to just 40 points in the first half—their lowest defensive total of the season.
The return match in Denver was far less competitive. The Nuggets jumped to a 16-point first-quarter lead and never trailed, eventually winning by 28. Denver Nuggets vs Philadelphia 76ers
: Joel Embiid posted 26 points, but Denver’s Zeke Nnaji matched his career-high with 21 points and 8 rebounds to neutralize the Sixers' frontcourt advantage. : Denver held Philadelphia to just 40 points
One of the most remarkable games in recent Nuggets history occurred on January 5th. Despite missing their star duo of Jokić and Jamal Murray, a shorthanded Denver squad pulled off an improbable 125–124 overtime victory in Philadelphia. Denver Nuggets vs Philadelphia 76ers