Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 1:00 AM
DEN
Denver
VS
4.9Skip
NOP
New Orleans
Nuggets vs Pelicans Match Preview: Jokic Out, Opportunity for Zion and Murray
The Nuggets, without the injured Jokic, face a struggling Pelicans team. Murray needs to elevate his game for Denver, while Williamson will look to dominate for New Orleans. Both teams are in need of a win, adding to the stakes of this game.
Best for: Nuggets fans who want to see how the team adapts without Jokic.
Score Breakdown
Stakes31/30
Star Power15/15
Performances/20
Clutch Factor/35
Standout Players
Jamal Murray(Denver Nuggets)-
Zion Williamson(New Orleans Pelicans)-
Trey Murphy III(New Orleans Pelicans)-
Aaron Gordon(Denver Nuggets)-
Key Factors
- •How will Jamal Murray manage the Nuggets' offense in Nikola Jokic's absence?
- •Can Zion Williamson take advantage of Jokic's absence to dominate inside?
- •Can the Pelicans end their losing streak and improve their ranking?
