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Michael Malone Joins ESPN for Western Conference Finals Coverage

Michael Malone (Denver Nuggets > ESPN)
May 2025

Former Denver Nuggets head coach Michael Malone will join ESPN’s NBA Countdown team for the Western Conference finals between the Minnesota Timberwolves and Oklahoma City Thunder.
Malone, fired by Denver just before the playoffs despite leading the team to their first NBA title in 2023, will contribute on-site alongside Malika Andrews, Stephen A. Smith, Bob Myers, Kendrick Perkins, and Shams Charania. He replaces his coaching duties with a studio analyst role.

Thunder Crush Nuggets in Game 7 to Reach West Finals

Oklahoma City Thunder vs Denver Nuggets
May 19, 2025

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 35 points as OKC routed Denver 125-93 in Game 7 to advance to the Western Conference finals for the first time since 2016.
After trailing by 11 early, the Thunder dominated with a 39-20 second quarter and never looked back. Jalen Williams added 24 points, and OKC exposed Denver’s zone defense. They will face the Minnesota Timberwolves in Game 1 on Tuesday.

Murray Battles Illness, Nuggets Force Game 7 Against Thunder

Jamal Murray (Denver Nuggets)
May 16, 2025 (Game 6)

Despite battling illness, Jamal Murray powered the Denver Nuggets to a 119-107 win over the Oklahoma City Thunder in Game 6 of their Western Conference semifinals. He posted 25 points, 8 rebounds, and 7 assists.
Murray received IV fluids and was only cleared to play 45 minutes before tipoff. He played 42 minutes and sparked Denver’s early momentum with 11 first-quarter points. Nikola Jokic added 29 points and 14 rebounds. The series heads to a decisive Game 7 in OKC on Sunday.

Thunder Flip the Script with Gritty Game 4 Win Over Nuggets

Oklahoma City Thunder vs. Denver Nuggets
Sunday, Game 4 of the Western Conference Semifinals

The Thunder outlasted the Nuggets 92-87, tying the series 2-2 after shutting out Denver 12-0 in clutch time, a reversal from earlier games.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 9 of his 25 points in the fourth, while OKC’s bench, led by Cason Wallace and Aaron Wiggins, sparked an 11-0 rally. Denver’s late miscues, including a five-second violation, proved costly.

Thunder Lock Down Jokic Again to Tie Series 2-2

Nikola Jokic (Denver Nuggets)
Sunday, Game 4 of the Western Conference Semifinals

Jokic endured his third consecutive poor shooting game, going 7-of-22 and missing key free throws late as OKC defeated Denver 92-87 to level the series.
OKC’s Isaiah Hartenstein anchored disciplined team defense to contain Jokic, who’s now shooting just 33.3% over his last three games. SGA closed out the game with clutch buckets, helping erase an 8-point deficit in the fourth.

Aaron Gordon’s Clutch Three Seals Game 1 Comeback Win

Aaron Gordon (Denver Nuggets)
May 6, 2025 (Game 1, Western Conference Semifinals)

Aaron Gordon hit a game-winning three-pointer with under four seconds left, capping a 14-point comeback as the Nuggets edged the Thunder 121–119 in Game 1 of their playoff series.
Gordon, who transformed his shooting game by training obsessively in a home gym, drained his second game-winner of the postseason. Jokic added 42 points and 22 rebounds, fueling Denver’s late 15–4 run.

Denver Fires Coach & GM, Rallies Behind Jokic to Eliminate Clippers in Game 7 Blowout

Denver Nuggets
May 2025

After firing coach Michael Malone and GM Calvin Booth near season’s end, the Nuggets stormed back to defeat the Clippers 120-101 in Game 7, showcasing a deep team performance that echoed their 2023 championship run.
Despite Jokic’s quiet night (16 pts), Denver’s bench — led by Braun and Westbrook — overwhelmed LA, with six players scoring double digits. Westbrook hit 42% from 3, exploiting defensive gaps. The Nuggets now face the Thunder in Round 2.

Aaron Gordon’s Buzzer-Beater Dunk Saves Nuggets in Game 4 Thriller

Aaron Gordon (Denver Nuggets)
April 2025 (Game 4, Western Conference First Round)

Aaron Gordon delivered the first buzzer-beating, game-winning dunk in playoff history to lift the Nuggets over the Clippers 101-99, tying the series 2-2.
Gordon dunked Nikola Jokic’s last-second airball just before the buzzer, confirmed after a lengthy review; the Nuggets survived a 22-point blown lead to win at Intuit Dome.

Russell Westbrook Exits with Foot Injury, Michael Porter Jr. Battles Shoulder Pain in Nuggets’ Game 3 Loss

Russell Westbrook & Michael Porter Jr (Denver Nuggets)
April 2025 (Game 3, Western Conference Playoffs)

Russell Westbrook left Game 3 with left foot inflammation, while Michael Porter Jr. played through a Grade 2 shoulder sprain but struggled as Denver lost to the Clippers 117–83.
Westbrook hurt his foot during warmups and couldn’t continue. Porter Jr., severely limited, shot 2-of-9. Denver hit only 28% from three, falling behind 2-1 in the series.

Nuggets Owner Kroenke Explains Firing of Malone & Booth Amid Playoff Push

Michael Malone, Calvin Booth, Josh Kroenke (Denver Nuggets)
April 2025

Nuggets vice chairman Josh Kroenke fired head coach Michael Malone and GM Calvin Booth last week, citing internal dysfunction and a need to “rejuvenate” the team’s energy ahead of the playoffs—despite their recent success and 2023 championship.
Kroenke said long-standing disagreements between Malone and Booth created a toxic environment. He made the move after an eight-game win streak masked deeper issues. Ben Tenzer has been named interim GM as Denver begins its playoff run as the 4th seed.

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