Holding serve in the non-Jokic minutes can be the difference between chasing a game and managing it. That kind of big-man— Big Val— basketball is mandatory if the Nuggets want to survive stretches against top-tier opponents. Every contender needs reliable relief for its superstar.

The Golden State Warriors' superstar guard didn't let the team's blowout loss to the Portland Trail Blazers derail his mindset.

Despite scoring a career-high 50 points, Aaron Gordon was not in a celebratory mood after the Denver Nuggets lost 137-131 to the Golden State Warriors in overtime on Thursday.

Far from the most ideal start for both Denver and Johnson, but as the Nuggets continue to get adjusted to their new-look unit with the veteran forward in the mix, head coach David Adelman remains confident that the shots will connect sooner rather than later.

Thursday's NBA action continues with the Golden State Warriors hosting the Denver Nuggets. NBA season schedule, start time and where to watch.

The Golden State Warriors have begun the 2025-26 NBA season 2-0. A convincing victory over the Los Angeles Lakers on opening night was followed by an OT thriller win against the Denver Nuggets. Stephen Curry looks like he’s still that guy.

Late game heroics from Steph Curry helped the Warriors outlast the Nuggets in an overtime thriller on Thursday night at Chase Center.