Locked On Nuggets - Daily Podcast On The Denver Nuggets Nuggets Battle Giannis, Scrap for Another Huge Win
Jan 12, 2026
The podcast highlights the Denver Nuggets' thrilling victory against the Milwaukee Bucks, showcasing the impressive performances of Aaron Gordon and Tim Hardaway Jr. They discuss the critical rebounding and defensive strategies that limited Giannis Antetokounmpo's impact. Young talents like Jalen Pickett and Zeke Nnaji are praised for stepping up in Nikola Jokic's absence. Additionally, the hosts share insights about locker room dynamics and the projected rotation, while reflecting on the team's growth compared to last season.
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Defense And Execution Beat Talent Gaps
- Denver's game plan and execution allowed them to win the rebounding battle and limit damaging offensive rebound threes against Milwaukee.
- That defensive focus and low-mistake basketball shrank possession counts and created a path to victory without Nikola Jokic.
Gordon As Quarterback In Crunch Time
- Aaron Gordon's versatility and fourth-quarter ball-handling created matchup problems and late-game stability against Giannis.
- David Adelman trusted Gordon to bring the ball up every possession to maximize those advantages.
Bench Performance Was Decisive
- The bench outplayed Milwaukee's reserves and effectively decided the game while the starters struggled when Jokic sat.
- Tim Hardaway Jr.'s efficient shooting and screening added critical offensive punch off Denver's bench.