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Nuggets Seek Redemption at Moda Center Showdown

As the Denver Nuggets prepare to face off against the Portland Trail Blazers at the Moda Center, fans are eager to see how their team will bounce back from recent performances. The Nuggets, currently holding a record of 36 wins and 18 losses, have shown some volatility in their last few games.


DENVER, CO - FEBRUARY 4: Scoot Henderson #00 of the Portland Trail Blazers handles the ball during the game  on February 4, 2024 at the Ball Arena in Denver, Colorado. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2024 NBAE (Photo by Garrett Ellwood/NBAE via Getty Images)

In their most recent matchup against the Milwaukee Bucks, Denver struggled with efficiency on both ends of the court. Despite a strong fourth-quarter rally where they scored 32 points, they were unable to overcome a deficit that had them trailing for over an hour of game time. Their field goal percentage was just 38 percent and three-point shooting was even less impressive at 28 percent. This lackluster offense combined with allowing 112 points suggests that defensive adjustments are necessary.


The game prior saw Denver put up a better fight offensively against Sacramento Kings with a field goal percentage of 46 percent and sinking ten three-pointers. However, turnovers were their downfall as they gave up possession an alarming 21 times leading to a significant point differential in favor of Sacramento.


DENVER, CO - FEBRUARY 4: Scoot Henderson #00 of the Portland Trail Blazers dribbles the ball during the game against the Denver Nuggets on February 4, 2024 at the Ball Arena in Denver, Colorado. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2024 NBAE (Photo by Bart Young/NBAE via Getty Images)

Looking further back at their contest with Los Angeles Lakers reveals more promise; the Nuggets managed an offensive rating over one point per possession and shot well from beyond the arc at 44 percent. Their defense also stepped up by limiting Lakers' time leading to zero.


As we approach this upcoming game on February 24th, it's clear that consistency is key for Denver. They'll need to tighten up defensively while maintaining offensive fluidity if they hope to come out on top in Portland's territory.


DENVER, CO - FEBRUARY 4: DeAndre Jordan #6 of the Denver Nuggets goes to the basket during the game on February 4, 2024 at the Ball Arena in Denver, Colorado. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2024 NBAE (Photo by Garrett Ellwood/NBAE via Getty Images)

Fans can catch this exciting matchup live on ROOT Sports NW or ALT channels depending on your location or stream it online via NBA League Pass or other streaming services. Tip-off is scheduled for February 24th at Moda Center in Portland – don't miss it!

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