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MUST READ: The Nuggets’ Top 10 Rivalries from 2016

By Tim Hart

Jan 13, 2016; Denver, CO, USA; Golden State Warriors forward Andre Iguodala (9) guards Denver Nuggets forward Danilo Gallinari (8) in the third quarter at the Pepsi Center. The Nuggets defeated the Warriors 112-110. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-USA TODAY Sports
Jan 13, 2016; Denver, CO, USA; Golden State Warriors forward Andre Iguodala (9) guards Denver Nuggets forward Danilo Gallinari (8) in the third quarter at the Pepsi Center. The Nuggets defeated the Warriors 112-110. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-USA TODAY Sports /
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Feb 23, 2016; Denver, CO, USA; Sacramento Kings center DeMarcus Cousins (15) drives to the net against Denver Nuggets forward Darrell Arthur (00) in the fourth quarter at Pepsi Center. The Kings defeated the Nuggets 114-110. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-USA TODAY Sports
Feb 23, 2016; Denver, CO, USA; Sacramento Kings center DeMarcus Cousins (15) drives to the net against Denver Nuggets forward Darrell Arthur (00) in the fourth quarter at Pepsi Center. The Kings defeated the Nuggets 114-110. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-USA TODAY Sports /

3 – Sacramento Kings

The Nuggets and the Kings faced-off three times, and each game came late in the season. Playoff spots were starting to be clinched, and the remaining spots continued to dwindle. With both teams fighting for a streak of wins that could lift them into that 8th playoff spot, every game of this series proved vital for both teams.

The Nuggets lost all three.

They were pretty close games too, ending with deficits of six, four, and nine points (respectively). Yet, even after winning every game of the series, the Kings were unable to clinch a playoff spot. They, like the Nuggets, will try again to make the cut in this upcoming season.

The Kings may be looking forward to match-ups with the Nuggets, as last season it meant three wins for their organization. The Nuggets may be eager for more match-ups as well, but for very different reasons. The Kings have since lost Rajon Rondo, who played a big role in their wins over the Nuggets. This may open the season up for some sweet revenge. Only time will tell, but fans of the Nuggets can confidently bet on their squad being fired up.

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