NBA: Buy or sell 20 of the most surprising early-season trends

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The Denver Nuggets have a great chance to repeat as champions

Nearly through the first 10 games of the season, there’s one team that has seemingly picked up where they left off last season – and that’s the Denver Nuggets. There’s been no championship hangover for a team that managed to overwhelm every team they faced off against en route to winning the NBA Finals. Even after losing Bruce Brown, a key part of their success from last season, the Nuggets very much look like a team that could end up winning the title again.

The Nuggets are looking to be the first repeat champion since the Golden State Warriors did it in 2018. Looking at the landscape of the NBA, there’s a good chance that they’re going to be able to pull off the feat. As difficult as it may seem, Nikola Jokic is putting together another MVP-worthy season. This team has been unreal to start the year.

If I had to make a prediction right now, I don’t think I would be able to pick against the Nuggets. They’re been that good and dominant to start the season.

Verdict: Buy