Denver Nuggets head coach Michael Malone directs his players against the Oklahoma City Thunder in the second half of an NBA basketball game Wednesday, Nov. 6, 2024, in Denver. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)

Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic, left, collects a loose ball as Miami Heat forward Duncan Robinson defends in the second half of an NBA basketball game Friday, Nov. 8, 2024, in Denver. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)