The Nuggets take the court having lost two straight. Denver lost in Chicago Monday night despite the predictable brilliance of Nikola Jokic (33-12-14). The Knicks have won four in a row. They have scored 143 points in each of their last two games. Monday, they waxed the Grizzlies 143-106.

The Orlando Magic face injury concerns as key player Paolo Banchero's status remains uncertain for the February 6 game against the Denver Nuggets. Banchero has been crucial for the Magic, and their already tested frontcourt could struggle further against a strong Denver team led by Nikola Jokić.