The Denver Nuggets faced a tough loss against the New York Knicks, falling 122-84 at Madison Square Garden. 

The defeat marked the end of the Nuggets’ five-game road trip, finishing with a 3-2 record. Despite the loss, Nikola Jokic continued his stellar performance, contributing 31 points, 11 rebounds, and seven turnovers. However, Jokic suffered a left eye injury after getting poked by Knicks guard Donte DiVincenzo in the second quarter.

The Nuggets struggled from the beginning, with only Jokic providing significant production early in the game. The team faced challenges in both perimeter and interior defense, allowing the Knicks to shoot 52.4% for the game. New York’s O.G. Anunoby had an outstanding performance with 26 points and six steals, contributing to the Knicks’ impressive victory.

The Nuggets will look to bounce back when they return to Colorado for a rematch against the Philadelphia 76ers on Saturday.

Key Takeaways:

The Nuggets struggled with fatigue, playing like a tired team on the final game of their road trip.

Nikola Jokic’s exceptional performance was overshadowed by the team’s overall challenges.

The Knicks’ defense, led by O.G. Anunoby, posed significant problems for the Nuggets.

The Nuggets will face the Philadelphia 76ers in their next game on Saturday.