Mar 31, 2014; Denver, CO, USA; Denver Nuggets forward Kenneth Faried (35) drives to the basket during the first half against the Memphis Grizzlies at Pepsi Center. Mandatory Credit: Chris Humphreys-USA TODAY Sports
The Denver Nuggets (33-42) are coming off of a blowout win over the New Orleans Pelicans Wednesday night, defeating them by thefinal score of 137-107.Kenneth Fariedwould post a career-high night, scoring 34 points on 14-of-19 shooting, collecting 13 rebounds, 2 assists, and 3 blocks in the win. Faried looks like he is starting to figure out his offensive game and this is a great sign for the Nuggets and their fans moving forward into next season.Timofey Mozgovwould chip in 15 points of his own on 5-of-11 shooting in which he would knock down a rare three-pointer.
What: NBA Preview: vs.
When: Friday, April 4th
Where: FedExForum
Time: 7:00 PM ET, 5:00 PM MT
TV: Altitude Sports
This is the fourth and final meeting between the two teams as the Memphis Grizzlies currently hold the upper-hand, up 2-1. In their most recent meeting just five days ago on Mar. 31st, Memphis held the Nuggets off by two points, winning 94-92.Zach Randolphwas too much for Denver in the post, scoring 20 points on 8-of-15 shooting, collecting 11 rebounds, 3 assists, and 1 steal.Courtney Leeand Michael Conley would each chip in 19 points apiece en route to victory. Timofey Mozgov would take advantage of Memphis in the post, scoring 23 points on 0-of-15 shooting, collecting 10 rebounds and 1 block
Injuries have been a mess this season for the Denver Nuggets, but head coachBrian Shawviews this as an advantage moving forward. With players likeDanilo Gallinari,JaVale McGee,Nate Robinson, andJ.J. Hicksonall out for the year with serious injuries, it has given players likeQuincy Millertimeto develop.
"“I’ve been pleased,” Shaw said. “Some guys have gotten maybe overworked because there’s been so many guys out (with injuries) that they are getting extra time.”"
Projected Starting Lineups:
Denver Nuggets:
PG:Ty Lawson
SG:Randy Foye
SF: Quincy Miller
PF: Kenneth Faried
C: Timofey Mozgov
Memphis Grizzlies:
PG:Mike Conley
SG: Courtney Lee
SF:Tayshaun Prince
PF: Zach Randolph
C:Marc Gasol
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