Denver Nuggets: Player grades after ugly loss to Heat

Nuggets: Player grades after ugly loss to Heat

By JT Matthews | Aug 1, 2020

LAKE BUENA VISTA, FLORIDA - AUGUST 01: (L-R) Commentators Mark Jackson, Jeff Van Gundy and Mike Breen talk prior to game between the Miami Heat and the Denver Nuggets at HP Field House at ESPN Wide World Of Sports Complex on August 01, 2020 in Lake Buena Vista, Florida. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images) /

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LAKE BUENA VISTA, FLORIDA – AUGUST 01: Bol Bol #10 and PJ Dozier #35 of the Denver Nuggets, go up for a rebound against Kendrick Nunn #25 and Kelly Olynyk #9 of the Miami Heat at HP Field House at ESPN Wide World Of Sports Complex on August 01, 2020 in Lake Buena Vista, Florida. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images) /

Monte Morris – C

Morris was asked to fill a tall order in replacing the explosive Jamal Murray at starting point guard. Unfortunately, he was unable to produce the way the Nuggets needed him to today.

In his 28 minutes he seemed to struggle running the offense and he looked out of practice, which is unsurprising (he missed all three of the team’s scrimmages). Morris had an uncharacteristic 3 turnovers and just seemed like there was a disconnect with his game today.

Bol Bol – A-

Bol played only 12 minutes and looked like a young player with a world of upside.

It’s clear he’s still learning to play with his teammates and in Coach Malone’s defense but he did not look completely lost. He had 5 points and 4 rebounds, which isn’t a mind-blowing stat line but he was able to get some good looks without forcing shots or taking big risks. He also had a pretty pass in transition in a play you rarely see a center make. Bol did exactly what was expected of him and that should be commended.

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