The Nuggets face the Northwest Division rival Thunder in an NBA Playoffs battle. Two of the most athletic teams in the league will go toe-to-toe starting this Sunday, April 17th. Dan Olson and Ian Cerveny take you inside this thrilling first round matchup with a series preview.
The Nuggets’ 98-94 edging of the driven Oklahoma City Thunder on Wednesday displayed the offensive dynamism and (occasional) sharp defensive rotation that Denver has been lacking for most the last two weeks.
Melo is becoming Kevin’s go-to rival in a Northwest Division that lacks any other talents of Durant’s caliber.
