The Nuggets have been one of the feel-good stories of the season. Despite relying on a core of young players leading the way through countless injuries, the team has continued to win at a strong pace and stay in the top two in the Western Conference. Throughout the first half of the season, many role players have stepped up, including Malik Beasley.
As Sean Keeler writes for The Denver Post, Beasley made some tweaks to his shot over the summer and things have been clicking for him this season. Beasley is currently averaging career-highs across the board as his production has increased with his new role on the team.
Beasley is just another age-23-or-under player who is contributing to the Nuggets’ success, which is a good indication that Denver will be strong for many seasons to come.
There’s more from the Northwest division:
- The Thunder have certainly benefitted from Terrance Ferguson admirably filling in his role as the team’s fifth starter. Considering Ferguson’s youth and low contract, the value he is providing has helped an expensive Thunder team that has limited young talent contributing to their success.
- Speaking of the Thunder, Brett Dawson of The Athletic detailed the possible moves that the team could make at this season’s trade deadline, such as a possible acquisition of a strong 3-point shooter.
- The Timberwolves will have to decide if they are going to be buyers or sellers at the trade deadline. Chris Hine writes for The Star Tribune that such a decision will be tough to make when factoring in team chemistry and the status of their coaches.
Monte Morris, Malik Beasley, and Torey Craig have provided much needed defense to that team, which is a big reason they are where they are
Jokic alone is the reason why. MVP season from him, even a good defender this year as a bonus for been unstoppable in offense.
Jokic alone is the reason why. MVP season from him, even a good defender this year as a bonus for been unstoppable in offense.
I read this after watching OKC slicing & dicing EC-leading MIL in the first half tonight Jan27. They need WHAT you say?
One thing you can convince me of though: Nerlens Noel is a fine basketball player. That happened. He doesn’t need to shoot 3s; that is overrated for a center.
How was Paul George’s game…. WOW.
THAT poster over Giannis, next play MASSIVE 3…. No wonder OKC fans chant MVP (Rus triple double avg is just the norm now)