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Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid looks to the bench during a break in the first half of an NBA basketball game against the Denver Nuggets, Friday, Nov. 8, 2019, in Denver. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)

Jokic hits late jumper, Nuggets stun Sixers with big rally

By PAT GRAHAM - Associated Press

Denver Nuggets forward Juan Hernangomez (41) blocks a shot by Orlando Magic guard D.J. Augustin (14) during the first half of an NBA basketball game, Saturday, Nov. 2, 2019, in Orlando, Fla. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack)

Murray, Jokic lead Nuggets past Magic, 91-87

By DICK SCANLON - Associated Press

Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic dribbles past Portland Trail Blazers center Hassan Whiteside during the first half of an NBA basketball game in Portland, Ore., Wednesday, Oct. 23, 2019. (AP Photo/Craig Mitchelldyer)

Jokic powers Denver past Portland 108-100

By ANNE M. PETERSON - Associated Press

Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic poses for a photograph during the NBA basketball team's media day Monday, Sept. 30, 2019, in Denver. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)

Nuggets want more, less out of Nikola Jokic

By ARNIE STAPLETON - Associated Press

FILE - In this April 23, 2019, file photo, Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jerami Grant shoots against the Portland Trail Blazers during the first half of Game 5 of an NBA basketball first-round playoff series, in Portland, Ore. Two people familiar with the situation say the Oklahoma City Thunder have traded forward Jerami Grant to the Denver Nuggets for a 2020 first-round draft pick. The people spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity Monday, July 8, 2019, because the trade hasn't been approved by league officials.(AP Photo/Craig Mitchelldyer, File)

Jerami Grant hopes to help youthful Nuggets take next step

By PAT GRAHAM - Associated Press

Denver Nuggets president of basketball operations Tim Connelly considers a question during a news conference Tuesday, May 21, 2019, in Denver. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)

Connelly eager to finish what he started with Nuggets

By PAT GRAHAM - Associated Press

Denver Nuggets guard Gary Harris (14) and center Nikola Jokic (15) react as time runs out in the second half of Game 7 of an NBA basketball second-round playoff series against the Portland Trail Blazers Sunday, May 12, 2019, in Denver. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)

Jokic, Nuggets think big in wake of stinging Game 7 loss

By PAT GRAHAM - Associated Press

Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic, right, looks to shoot over Portland Trail Blazers center Enes Kanter during the first half of Game 4 of an NBA basketball second-round playoff series Sunday, May 5, 2019, in Portland, Ore. (AP Photo/Craig Mitchelldyer)

Big man on court: Nikola Jokic showing off all his skills

By PAT GRAHAM - Associated Press

Portland Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard, center, passes the ball away from Denver Nuggets forward Mason Plumlee, left, center Nikola Jokic, second from left, and forward Torrey Craig, right, during overtime of Game 3 of an NBA basketball second-round playoff series Friday, May 3, 2019, in Portland, Ore. (AP Photo/Craig Mitchelldyer)

No rest for the weary: Nuggets, Blazers back at it Sunday

By BRIAN MAHONEY - Associated Press

Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic, right, pushes off Portland Trail Blazers forward Meyers Leonard in the first half of Game 1 of an NBA basketball second-round playoff series Monday, April 29, 2019, in Denver. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)

Jokic’s 37 points leads Nuggets past Portland 121-113

By ARNIE STAPLETON - Associated Press

Denver Nuggets guard Jamal Murray, left, is congratulated after making a basket by center Nikola Jokic late in the second half of Game 7 of an NBA basketball first-round playoff series against the San Antonio Spurs, Saturday, April 27, 2019, in Denver. The Nuggets won 90-86 to advance to the second round against Portland. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski) **FILE**

Buddy system: Bond between Nikola Jokic, Jamal Murray showing on court

By Pat Graham - Associated Press

Denver Nuggets forward Torrey Craig, back, hugs guard Jamal Murray after he hit a key basket late in the second half of Game 2 of an NBA basketball playoff series against the San Antonio Spurs, Tuesday, April 16, 2019, in Denver. The Nuggets won 114-105. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)

Nuggets erase 19-point deficit in 114-105 win over Spurs

By ARNIE STAPLETON - Associated Press

Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic, center, looks to pass the ball as Minnesota Timberwolves center Gorgui Dieng, left, and Anthony Tolliver defend during the first half of an NBA basketball game Wednesday, April 10, 2019, in Denver. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)

Nuggets beat Timberwolves 99-95, clinch West’s 2nd seed

By ARNIE STAPLETON - Associated Press

Portland Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard, rear, looks to pass the ball as Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic, left, and guard Gary Harris defend during the second half of an NBA basketball game Friday, April 5, 2019, in Denver. The Nuggets won 119-110. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)

Nuggets clinch Northwest with 119-110 win over Trail Blazers

By MICHAEL KELLY - Associated Press

Washington Wizards guard Bradley Beal, right, drives past Denver Nuggets guard Gary Harris in the first half of an NBA basketball game Sunday, March 31, 2019, in Denver. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)

Wizards limit Nuggets to 28 2nd-half points in 95-90 win

By Michael Kelly - Associated Press

Indiana Pacers guard Darren Collison, second from left, looks to pass the ball to center Myles Turner, right, as Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic, left, and guard Jamal Murray defend during the first half of an NBA basketball game Saturday, March 16, 2019, in Denver. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)

Millsap’s floater leads Nuggets to 102-100 win over Pacers

By PAT GRAHAM - Associated Press

Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic, left, is congratulated for his game-winning basket by guard Monte Morris during the team's NBA basketball game against the Dallas Mavericks on Thursday, March 14, 2019, in Denver. The Nuggets won 100-99. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)

Jokic hits buzzer-beater to lift Nuggets over Mavs 100-99

By MICHAEL KELLY - Associated Press

Denver Nuggets guard Will Barton, right, tries to drive past Oklahoma City Thunder forward Paul George during the first half of an NBA basketball game Tuesday, Feb. 26, 2019, in Denver. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)

Jokic scores 36 points, Denver beats Thunder 121-112

By DENNIS GEORGATOS - Associated Press

Dallas Mavericks guard Jalen Brunson (13) is knocked backward while defending against a drive to the basket by Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic (15) during the first half of an NBA basketball game in Dallas, Friday, Feb. 22, 2019. Jokic was called for charging on the play. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez)

Jokic helps Nuggets beat Mavs as Doncic sits with sore ankle

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Denver Nuggets guard Isaiah Thomas motions ta a teammate during the first half of an NBA basketball game against the Sacramento Kings Thursday, Feb. 13, 2019, in Denver. (AP Photo/Jack Dempsey)

Jokic tips in winner as Nuggets beat Kings 120-118

By PAT GRAHAM - Associated Press