So the Nuggets have a chance at the Playoffs - duh, they always do. But with their recent not-so-great level of play, here's what I can tell you about what their REAL chances are of actually making it to/past the first round of the NBA Playoffs.
1. Today, the Nuggets are sitting as the eighth seed in the Western Conference. Therefore, if the end of the season was right this second, they would be a shoe in. For the first round, at least.
2. One loss could push the Nuggets to the ninth seed in the Western Conference and crush their playoff dreams. Since the Phoenix Suns are behind them by one game and the Utah Jazz are behind them by one and a half games, the competition over these last few games will be tough.
3. The Denver Nuggets roster has been PLAGUED by injuries this season. One injury could result in lower morale and could result in a few losses. No bueno for our hometown team.
4. The remaining games on the Nuggets schedule are going to be tough. They play the Rockets twice, the Thunder, the Lakers and the Clippers (and the Timberwolves, but that's for sure a win) - meaning there is room for error. But also room for triumph.
I'm not saying that I don't believe in the Nuggets- obviously they're my team! But I'm trying to be realistic, it IS possible that they won't make the playoffs this year. And Playoff disappointment isn't fun for anyone...so let's just throw it in the hat that we're at about 50/50 right now for a playoff run...
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