Nuggets' Bold Lineup Move Pays Off

0:00For the NBA, it's March 3rd, here's what's happening. Make sure you're subscribed so you never miss an update. The Denver Nuggets have dealt with a ton of injuries this season, more than most NBA teams, forcing constant line of tweaks. In their recent win over the Utah Jazz on Monday, Coach David Adamin win bold without four key forwards, starting two centers together for the first. Time, Nikola Yokic and Jonas Balenciunis. That experiment paid off big time. Balenciunis played 17 minutes, scoring 13 points and grabbing 6 rebounds on solid shooting, while the duo posted a plus 10 rating on. The court. Overall, the Nuggets have a strong plus 20.3 net rating in their limited minutes together this year. Adamin called it a smart matchup call, expecting the Jazz to play a certain way and using Balenciunis to crash the boards and run high low plays. It was not perfect since they have not practiced in much, but it helped secure the victory. Still, fans and analysts know this is not a lineup for the long haul.

1:01The Nuggets are just 5 and 8 in their last 13 games without Aaron Gordon, who brings the ideal power forward balance next to Yokic. Balenciunis lacks top tier defense inside. Looking ahead, the Nuggets face the Los Angeles Lakers on Thursday. With injuries still lingering, Adamin might stick with Balenciunis in the starting 5, but of Gordon or others return, they will likely reclaim those spots. This DNA story is thanks to our sponsor details in the description. A pillow that plays your podcasts, music, or white noise privately, no earbuds required, S-O-L-I-SOLI-PILO.com. S-O-L-I-SOLI-PILO.com. S-O-L-I-SOLI-PILO.com.