Chris Boucher is in his eighth NBA season. The Toronto Raptors big man is currently averaging 9.9 points and 4.1 rebounds per contest while shooting 46.9% from the field and 31.9% from the three-point range in 32 games.

Michael Porter Jr. is shooting 50% from the 3-point line since he was linked to Chicago’s Zach LaVine in trade rumors. That’s a good problem for the Nuggets. But would it help or hurt

Heat star Jimmy Butler could be the biggest name moved before the NBA Trade Deadline. Can he help the Nuggets get back on top?

Despite Jokić’s dominance this season, the rest of Denver’s roster has struggled. Jamal Murray and Aaron Gordon have both missed time due to injuries and their bench has been a major issue, which caught the attention of an NBA Hall of Famer and current TNT analyst.

The Denver Nuggets face uncertainty ahead of their game against the Brooklyn Nets, as star player Nikola Jokic is listed as questionable due to illness. Jokic's absence could significantly impact the game.

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Jayson Tatum heard the outside noise and responded after getting shade thrown at him by a former NBA star. The Boston Celtics forward became a talking point during last week's episode of the "Gil's Arena" podcast. Host Gilbert Arenas had a fiery discussion about Tatum with former NBA veterans Brandon Jennings and Nick Young.

The Celtics, who enter this game at 26-10, continue to be one of the best defensive teams in the NBA. Boston ranks sixth in defensive rating and fourth in opponent effective field goal percentage. Now, Jokic and the Nuggets will provide a tough test, but Tatum & Co. will face much less resistance.

DENVER — The Denver Nuggets take on the Brooklyn Nets Friday at 7 p.m., and you can watch the game and Altitude Sports' coverage for free. Coverage begins at 6:30 p.m. Friday on KTVD Channel 20.

Friday’s NBA action is a jam-packed slate with plenty of games on the schedule. This means there is a lot of opportunity to find plays for any NBA fan or bettor. If you’re looking to get in on the action early on Friday,