What happened: Nikola Jokic climbed three spots to No. 7 on the NBA's Week 4 MVP ladder after having dropped to No. 10 on the ladder the previous week. The move follows Denver's 123-118 road victory at Memphis, where Jokic recorded 27 points, 11 rebounds and eight assists.
Why it matters: Denver holds a 6-4 record through 10 games in 2026-27, sitting ninth in the Western Conference standings. Jokic continues to anchor the lineup as the team's primary facilitator, pacing the roster in rebounding and playmaking.
By the numbers: Jokic in 2026-27 through 10 games: 23.5 PPG, 10.8 RPG, 9.0 APG. Denver Nuggets in 2026-27 through 10 games: 6-4 record, 9th in Western Conference.
What to watch: Denver looks to build on its one-game winning streak as it aims to climb into the top eight of the Western Conference.