AAron Ontiveroz, The Denver PostNikola Jokic (15) of the Denver Nuggets reacts after the fourth quarter of the Nuggets' 90-86 game seven win over the San Antonio Spurs on Saturday, April 27, 2019.
AAron Ontiveroz, The Denver PostTorrey Craig (3) of the Denver Nuggets is introduced before the first quarter of game seven against the San Antonio Spurs on Saturday, April 27, 2019.
AAron Ontiveroz, The Denver PostPaul Millsap (4) of the Denver Nuggets, Nikola Jokic (15) and Jamal Murray (27) await introductions before the first quarter of game seven against the San Antonio Spurs on Saturday, April 27, 2019.
AAron Ontiveroz, The Denver PostJamal Murray (27) of the Denver Nuggets is fouled by Jakob Poeltl (25) of the San Antonio Spurs during the first quarter of game seven on Saturday, April 27, 2019.
AAron Ontiveroz, The Denver PostMichael Malone of the Denver Nuggets speaks to his team on the bench during the first quarter against the San Antonio Spurs of game seven on Saturday, April 27, 2019. The Denver Nuggets and the San Antonio Spurs game seven of their first round NBA playoff series.
AAron Ontiveroz, The Denver PostPaul Millsap (4) of the Denver Nuggets and Bryn Forbes (11) of the San Antonio Spurs vie for a rebound during the first quarter of game seven on Saturday, April 27, 2019. The Denver Nuggets and the San Antonio Spurs game seven of their first round NBA playoff series.
AAron Ontiveroz, The Denver PostLaMarcus Aldridge (12) of the San Antonio Spurs fouls Jamal Murray (27) of the Denver Nuggets during the first quarter of game seven on Saturday, April 27, 2019. The Denver Nuggets and the San Antonio Spurs game seven of their first round NBA playoff series.
AAron Ontiveroz, The Denver PostJamal Murray (27) of the Denver Nuggets gets ready to shoot free throws after being fouled by LaMarcus Aldridge (12) of the San Antonio Spurs as Malik Beasley (25) gives him a pep talk during the first quarter of game seven on Saturday, April 27, 2019. The Denver Nuggets and the San Antonio Spurs game seven of their first round NBA playoff series.
AAron Ontiveroz, The Denver PostDeMar DeRozan (10) of the San Antonio Spurs passes over Malik Beasley (25) of the Denver Nuggets during the fourth quarter of the Nuggets' 90-86 game seven win on Saturday, April 27, 2019. The Denver Nuggets and the San Antonio Spurs game seven of their first round NBA playoff series.
AAron Ontiveroz, The Denver PostWill Barton (5) of the Denver Nuggets dunks against the San Antonio Spurs during the fourth quarter of the Nuggets' 90-86 game seven win on Saturday, April 27, 2019. The Denver Nuggets and the San Antonio Spurs game seven of their first round NBA playoff series.
AAron Ontiveroz, The Denver PostA Denver Nuggets fan holds an anti Jakob Poeltl (25) of the San Antonio Spurs poster regarding hard screen he set on Jamal Murray (27) in game six before the first quarter of game seven on Saturday, April 27, 2019. The Denver Nuggets and the San Antonio Spurs game seven of their first round NBA playoff series.
AAron Ontiveroz, The Denver PostJamal Murray (27) of the Denver Nuggets on the court before the first quarter of game seven against the San Antonio Spurs on Saturday, April 27, 2019. The Denver Nuggets and the San Antonio Spurs game seven of their first round NBA playoff series.
AAron Ontiveroz, The Denver PostNikola Jokic (15) of the Denver Nuggets picks up his fifth foul on DeMar DeRozan (10) of the San Antonio Spurs during the fourth quarter of the Nuggets' 90-86 game seven win on Saturday, April 27, 2019. The Denver Nuggets and the San Antonio Spurs game seven of their first round NBA playoff series.
AAron Ontiveroz, The Denver PostMichael Malone of the Denver Nuggets shouts at Malik Beasley (25) during the fourth quarter of the Nuggets' 90-86 game seven win over the San Antonio Spurs on Saturday, April 27, 2019. The Denver Nuggets and the San Antonio Spurs game seven of their first round NBA playoff series.
AAron Ontiveroz, The Denver PostPaul Millsap (4) of the Denver Nuggets grabs a key rebound away from DeMar DeRozan (10) of the San Antonio Spurs before getting tangled up for a jump ball during the fourth quarter of the Nuggets' 90-86 game seven win on Saturday, April 27, 2019. The Denver Nuggets and the San Antonio Spurs game seven of their first round NBA playoff series.
AAron Ontiveroz, The Denver PostPaul Millsap (4) of the Denver Nuggets reacts to a jump ball call with DeMar DeRozan (10) of the San Antonio Spurs during the fourth quarter of the Nuggets' 90-86 game seven win on Saturday, April 27, 2019. The Denver Nuggets and the San Antonio Spurs game seven of their first round NBA playoff series.
AAron Ontiveroz, The Denver PostWill Barton (5) of the Denver Nuggets blocks Rudy Gay (22) of the San Antonio Spurs during the second quarter of game seven on Saturday, April 27, 2019. The Denver Nuggets and the San Antonio Spurs game seven of their first round NBA playoff series.
AAron Ontiveroz, The Denver PostDerrick White (4) of the San Antonio Spurs reacts to fouling Jamal Murray (27) of the Denver Nuggets during the third quarter of game seven on Saturday, April 27, 2019. The Denver Nuggets and the San Antonio Spurs game seven of their first round NBA playoff series.
AAron Ontiveroz, The Denver PostWill Barton (5) of the Denver Nuggets adjusts and avoids being blocked by Patty Mills (8) of the San Antonio Spurs during the fourth quarter of the Nuggets' 90-86 game seven win on Saturday, April 27, 2019. The Denver Nuggets and the San Antonio Spurs game seven of their first round NBA playoff series.
AAron Ontiveroz, The Denver PostGary Harris (14) of the Denver Nuggets runs back to play defense after hitting a key shot against the San Antonio Spurs during the third quarter of game seven on Saturday, April 27, 2019. The Denver Nuggets and the San Antonio Spurs game seven of their first round NBA playoff series.
AAron Ontiveroz, The Denver PostNikola Jokic (15) of the Denver Nuggets takes a breather against the San Antonio Spurs during the fourth quarter of the Nuggets' 90-86 game seven win on Saturday, April 27, 2019. The Denver Nuggets and the San Antonio Spurs game seven of their first round NBA playoff series.
AAron Ontiveroz, The Denver PostLaMarcus Aldridge (12) of the San Antonio Spurs reacts to not getting a foul call during the third quarter of game seven against the Denver Nuggets on Saturday, April 27, 2019. The Denver Nuggets and the San Antonio Spurs game seven of their first round NBA playoff series.
AAron Ontiveroz, The Denver PostGregg Popovich of the San Antonio Spurs speaks to DeMar DeRozan (10) during the third quarter of game seven against the Denver Nuggets on Saturday, April 27, 2019. The Denver Nuggets and the San Antonio Spurs game seven of their first round NBA playoff series.
AAron Ontiveroz, The Denver PostGary Harris (14) of the Denver Nuggets passes to Nikola Jokic (15) as DeMar DeRozan (10) of the San Antonio Spurs defends during the second quarter of game seven on Saturday, April 27, 2019. The Denver Nuggets and the San Antonio Spurs game seven of their first round NBA playoff series.
AAron Ontiveroz, The Denver PostGary Harris (14) of the Denver Nuggets gives ,s11 a light shove before an inbound pass during the fourth quarter of the Nuggets' 90-86 game seven win on Saturday, April 27, 2019. The Denver Nuggets and the San Antonio Spurs game seven of their first round NBA playoff series.
AAron Ontiveroz, The Denver PostDeMar DeRozan (10) of the San Antonio Spurs reacts to LaMarcus Aldridge (12) being called for a foul during the fourth quarter of the Denver Nuggets' 90-86 game seven win on Saturday, April 27, 2019. The Denver Nuggets and the San Antonio Spurs game seven of their first round NBA playoff series.
AAron Ontiveroz, The Denver PostWill Barton (5) of the Denver Nuggets watches as Marco Belinelli (18) of the San Antonio Spurs misses a three during the fourth quarter of the Nuggets' 90-86 game seven win on Saturday, April 27, 2019. The Denver Nuggets and the San Antonio Spurs game seven of their first round NBA playoff series.
AAron Ontiveroz, The Denver PostDeMar DeRozan (10) of the San Antonio Spurs grabs a rebound as LaMarcus Aldridge (12) boxes out Nikola Jokic (15) of the Denver Nuggets during the first quarter of game seven on Saturday, April 27, 2019. The Denver Nuggets and the San Antonio Spurs game seven of their first round NBA playoff series.
AAron Ontiveroz, The Denver PostJamal Murray (27) of the Denver Nuggets stands on the court against the San Antonio Spurs during the first quarter of game seven on Saturday, April 27, 2019. The Denver Nuggets and the San Antonio Spurs game seven of their first round NBA playoff series.
AAron Ontiveroz, The Denver PostDeMar DeRozan (10) of the San Antonio Spurs flies into fans while chasing a loose ball against the Denver Nuggets during the first quarter of game seven on Saturday, April 27, 2019. The Denver Nuggets and the San Antonio Spurs game seven of their first round NBA playoff series.
AAron Ontiveroz, The Denver PostLaMarcus Aldridge (12) of the San Antonio Spurs, DeMar DeRozan (10) and Rudy Gay (22) show signs of frustration during the third quarter of game seven against the Denver Nuggets on Saturday, April 27, 2019. The Denver Nuggets and the San Antonio Spurs game seven of their first round NBA playoff series.
AAron Ontiveroz, The Denver PostMonte Morris (11) of the Denver Nuggets keeps an eye on Patty Mills (8) of the San Antonio Spurs during the fourth quarter of the Nuggets' 90-86 game seven win on Saturday, April 27, 2019. The Denver Nuggets and the San Antonio Spurs game seven of their first round NBA playoff series.
AAron Ontiveroz, The Denver PostNikola Jokic (15) of the Denver Nuggets and teammates Torrey Craig (3), Paul Millsap (4) and Gary Harris (14) react to Jokic's fifth foul on a shot by DeMar DeRozan (10) of the San Antonio Spurs during the fourth quarter of the Nuggets' 90-86 game seven win on Saturday, April 27, 2019. The Denver Nuggets and the San Antonio Spurs game seven of their first round NBA playoff series.
AAron Ontiveroz, The Denver PostGary Harris (14) of the Denver Nuggets and Rudy Gay (22) of the San Antonio Spurs grapple for a loose ball knocked out of Gay's hands by Jamal Murray (27) during the first quarter of game seven on Saturday, April 27, 2019. The Denver Nuggets and the San Antonio Spurs game seven of their first round NBA playoff series.
AAron Ontiveroz, The Denver PostGary Harris (14) of the Denver Nuggets and Rudy Gay (22) of the San Antonio Spurs get a jump ball call after tangling for a loose ball during the first quarter of game seven on Saturday, April 27, 2019. The Denver Nuggets and the San Antonio Spurs game seven of their first round NBA playoff series.
AAron Ontiveroz, The Denver PostGregg Popovich of the San Antonio Spurs watches his team as they take on the Denver Nuggets during the third quarter of game seven on Saturday, April 27, 2019. The Denver Nuggets and the San Antonio Spurs game seven of their first round NBA playoff series.
AAron Ontiveroz, The Denver PostJamal Murray (27) of the Denver Nuggets strips Derrick White (4) of the San Antonio Spurs, but is called for a foul during the second quarter of game seven on Saturday, April 27, 2019. The Denver Nuggets and the San Antonio Spurs game seven of their first round NBA playoff series.
AAron Ontiveroz, The Denver PostJamal Murray (27) of the Denver Nuggets covers his face after he was called for a foul on Derrick White (4) of the San Antonio Spurs that he believed was a clean strip during the second quarter of game seven on Saturday, April 27, 2019. The Denver Nuggets and the San Antonio Spurs game seven of their first round NBA playoff series.
AAron Ontiveroz, The Denver PostNikola Jokic (15) of the Denver Nuggets and Gary Harris (14) defend LaMarcus Aldridge (12) of the San Antonio Spurs during the third quarter of game seven on Saturday, April 27, 2019. The Denver Nuggets and the San Antonio Spurs game seven of their first round NBA playoff series.
AAron Ontiveroz, The Denver PostPaul Millsap (4) of the Denver Nuggets reacts to getting called for a foul against the San Antonio Spurs during the third quarter of game seven on Saturday, April 27, 2019. The Denver Nuggets and the San Antonio Spurs game seven of their first round NBA playoff series.
AAron Ontiveroz, The Denver PostMichael Malone of the Denver Nuggets speaks to a referee during the third quarter of game seven against the San Antonio Spurs on Saturday, April 27, 2019. The Denver Nuggets and the San Antonio Spurs game seven of their first round NBA playoff series.
AAron Ontiveroz, The Denver PostGary Harris (14) of the Denver Nuggets goes for a layup over Marco Belinelli (18) of the San Antonio Spurs during the fourth quarter of the Nuggets' 90-86 game seven win on Saturday, April 27, 2019. The Denver Nuggets and the San Antonio Spurs game seven of their first round NBA playoff series.
AAron Ontiveroz, The Denver PostBryn Forbes (11) of the San Antonio Spurs kneels on the court as the Denver Nuggets celebrate during the fourth quarter of the Nuggets' 90-86 game seven win on Saturday, April 27, 2019. The Denver Nuggets and the San Antonio Spurs game seven of their first round NBA playoff series.
Michael Malone of the Denver Nuggets raises his fist after the fourth quarter of the Nuggets' 90-86 game seven win over the San Antonio Spurs on Saturday, April 27, 2019. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post)
AAron Ontiveroz, The Denver PostJamal Murray (27) of the Denver Nuggets reacts after the fourth quarter of the Nuggets' 90-86 game seven win over the San Antonio Spurs on Saturday, April 27, 2019. The Denver Nuggets and the San Antonio Spurs game seven of their first round NBA playoff series.
AAron Ontiveroz, The Denver PostGary Harris (14) of the Denver Nuggets high fives fans after the fourth quarter of the Nuggets' 90-86 game seven win over the San Antonio Spurs on Saturday, April 27, 2019. The Denver Nuggets and the San Antonio Spurs game seven of their first round NBA playoff series.
AAron Ontiveroz, The Denver PostJamal Murray (27) of the Denver Nuggets walks into the locker room after the fourth quarter of the Nuggets' 90-86 game seven win over the San Antonio Spurs on Saturday, April 27, 2019. The Denver Nuggets and the San Antonio Spurs game seven of their first round NBA playoff series.
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Nikola Jokic (15) of the Denver Nuggets reacts after the fourth quarter of the Nuggets' 90-86 game seven win over the San Antonio Spurs on Saturday, April 27, 2019.
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Getting your player ready...
The Denver Nuggets defeated the San Antonio Spurs in Game 7 of the teams’ first round NBA playoffs series. The Nuggets will host the Portland Trailblazers for game one in Denver.













































