Rookie Zach Edey to Face MVP Nikola Jokic

Denver Nuggets Host Indiana Pacers for First Time Since 2019

The Denver Nuggets will host the Indiana Pacers on Thursday night for the first time since the 2018-19 season. The Nuggets will also face rookie center Zach Edey, who is averaging 14.8 points and 7.6 rebounds per game this season.

Edey is a 7-foot-4 center who was drafted by the Pacers with the 20th overall pick in the 2023 NBA Draft. He is a skilled post player who can score with his back to the basket and rebound the basketball. Edey is also a good passer and has averaged 2.1 assists per game this season.

The Nuggets will be without Nikola Jokic, who is out with a right knee injury. Jokic is the reigning NBA MVP and is averaging 24.7 points, 11.5 rebounds, and 10.1 assists per game this season.

The Nuggets are 18-15 this season and are in sixth place in the Western Conference. The Pacers are 16-17 this season and are in ninth place in the Eastern Conference.

Edey has been a bright spot for the Pacers this season

Edey has been a bright spot for the Pacers this season. He is a skilled offensive player who can score in a variety of ways. Edey is also a good rebounder and passer. He has averaged 14.8 points, 7.6 rebounds, and 2.1 assists per game this season.

Edey has been a key contributor to the Pacers' success this season. He has helped the Pacers win six of their last eight games. Edey is a rising star in the NBA and has a bright future ahead of him.

The Nuggets will need to play well defensively to stop Edey. Edey is a skilled offensive player who can score in a variety of ways. The Nuggets will need to be physical with Edey and make it difficult for him to get open looks at the basket.