Nuggets' Christian Braun: Finishes breakout year on high note
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Braun finished Sunday's 125-93 loss to the Thunder in Game 7 of the Western Conference Semifinals with 19 points (7-14 FG, 2-9 3Pt, 3-4 FT), four rebounds, three assists and one steal across 33 minutes.
Braun fell one point shy of the team-high mark in scoring, wrapping up both a solid regular season and postseason for the Nuggets. Over 14 playoff games, the 24-year-old swingman averaged 12.6 points, 6.4 rebounds, 2.4 assists, 1.2 steals and 0.7 blocks in 38.9 minutes. Braun should have a good chance of remaining a regular starter in 2025-26 following his breakout campaign, and he could have an even bigger role if Russell Westbrook declines his player option and heads elsewhere this offseason.
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Nuggets' Christian Braun: Posts double-double in Game 6
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Braun had 23 points (8-14 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 4-4 FT), 11 rebounds, five assists, one block and three steals over 39 minutes during Thursday's 119-107 victory over the Thunder in Game 6 of the Western Conference Semifinals.
Braun has had his fair share of struggles on the offensive end in this series, but he erupted for his best game of the playoffs to help keep Denver alive. Through six Western Conference Semifinal outings, Braun now holds averages of 11.7 points, 7.3 rebounds, 2.3 assists, 1.2 blocks, 1.3 steals and 1.8 three-pointers on 39.0 percent shooting from the field.
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Nuggets' Christian Braun: Fills up stat sheet in loss
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Braun accumulated 17 points (4-11 FG, 2-9 3Pt, 7-8 FT), four rebounds, two assists, one block and three steals across 44 minutes during Sunday's 92-87 loss to the Thunder in Game 4 of the Western Conference Semifinals.
Braun struggled in the shooting department in Game 4 but made an impact in other areas, recording three steals, the second-highest team total behind Nikola Jokic's four swipes. In 10 contests prior to Sunday's game during these NBA playoffs, the Kansas product had been averaging 11.0 points, 6.4 rebounds and 2.1 assists per game, shooting 46.4 percent from the field and 30.8 percent from deep.
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Nuggets' Christian Braun: Double-doubles in win
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Braun logged 11 points (4-8 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 2-2 FT), 13 rebounds, three assists and one steal across 40 minutes during Monday's 121-119 victory over Oklahoma City in Game 1 of the Western Conference Semifinals.
Braun has the unenviable task of guarding Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, but played a really solid game overall. While his overall numbers are down in the postseason, he's seeing 39.5 minutes per night with 12.4 points, 6.9 rebounds, 2.5 assists, 1.1 steals and 1.1 three-pointers on 49.4 percent shooting from the field.
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Nuggets' Christian Braun: Drops 21 points in victory
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Braun racked up 21 points (8-15 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 2-4 FT), five rebounds, four assists and one steal across 38 minutes during Saturday's 120-101 win over the Clippers in Game 7 of the first round of the Western Conference playoffs.
Braun delivered arguably his best game of the series, pouring in 21 points as the Nuggets took care of business against a disappointing Clippers outfit. All five starters scored at least 15 points, an encouraging sign heading into a second-round clash with the Thunder. Braun will need to continue to be an offensive threat should the Nuggets hope to trouble Oklahoma City.
Nuggets' Christian Braun: Back on track in victory
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Braun amassed 17 points (8-19 FG, 1-7 3Pt), seven rebounds, five assists, two blocks and one steal across 43 minutes during Saturday's 101-99 victory over the Clippers in Game 4 of the first round of the Western Conference playoffs.
After a somewhat slow start to the series, Braun turned things around, helping the Nuggets to a vital win in Game 4. Braun has been a revelation this season, stepping into the starting lineup with great success. He will look to build on this performance when the two teams meet again Tuesday.
Nuggets' Christian Braun: Scores nine points in loss
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Braun logged nine points (4-9 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 1-3 FT), six rebounds, one assist, one block and one steal across 38 minutes during Thursday's 117-83 loss to the Clippers in Game 3 of the first round of the Western Conference playoffs.
Braun scored in single digits for the second consecutive outing during Thursday's Game 3 loss. The 24-year-old guard is averaging 8.3 points, 5.0 rebounds, 1.3 assists and 1.3 steals while shooting 42.3 percent from the field across 39.0 minutes per game during the first round. Braun and the Nuggets will look to even the series at 2-2 in Los Angeles on Saturday.
Nuggets' Christian Braun: Muted performance in win
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Braun ended with 11 points (5-10 FG, 1-4 3Pt), three rebounds, one assist and two steals over 45 minutes during Saturday's 112-110 overtime win over the Clippers in Game 1 of their Western Conference quarterfinal-round series.
Braun didn't make much of an impact during the Game 1 win against the Clippers. The talented young guard put together a strong regular season, averaging career highs in points (15.4), rebounds (5.2), assists (2.6), and steals (1.1) per game. However, the Nuggets will need more from him if they hope to make a deep run in the NBA playoffs.
Nuggets' Christian Braun: Supplies team-high 25 in win
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Braun accumulated 25 points (9-12 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 4-5 FT), four rebounds, two assists and one block over 37 minutes during Wednesday's 124-116 victory over the Kings.
The third-year guard led the Nuggets in scoring on the night as all five starters delivered at least 18 points. Braun has scored in double digits in 10 straight appearances, averaging 17.8 points, 6.3 boards, 3.2 assists, 1.6 threes and 0.9 steals over that span while shooting a stunning 62.8 percent from the floor.
Nuggets' Christian Braun: Hits new career-high scoring mark
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Braun registered 30 points (12-16 FG, 3-3 3Pt, 3-3 FT), eight rebounds and four assists over 39 minutes during Sunday's 125-120 loss to the Pacers.
Braun not only established a new career-high scoring mark, but he did it efficiently, missing just four of his 16 shots from the floor. The guard, who has established himself as a regular starter this season, also ended two boards shy of recording a double-double. Braun has eclipsed the 15-point mark in six games in a row, a span in which he's averaging 19.5 points, 7.7 rebounds, 3.8 assists and 1.5 steals per contest.
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Nuggets' Christian Braun: Logs 16 points in return to action
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Braun totaled 16 points (7-12 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 0-1 FT), seven rebounds, four assists and two steals in 38 minutes during Friday's 118-104 loss to Golden State.
The Nuggets juggled their lineup with Jamal Murray (hamstring) sidelined, employing Braun to play the point instead of Russell Westbrook, who started the game on the bench. It's a slightly unfamiliar spot for Braun, who played the off-guard position through his college career and has succeeded in that role with Denver. He'll return to his usual spot when Murray returns.
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Nuggets' Christian Braun: Getting green light Friday
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Braun (foot) is available for Friday's game versus the Warriors.
As expected, Braun will shake off a probable tag and return to action following a one-game absence due to a strained left foot. Over his last five outings, the third-year guard has averaged 16.4 points, 7.0 rebounds, 3.4 assists and 1.4 steals across 38.4 minutes per contest.
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Nuggets' Christian Braun: Likely to play vs. Golden State
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Braun (foot) has been listed as probable for Friday's game against the Warriors.
After missing Wednesday's game against the Spurs due to a left foot strain, Braun is trending toward returning to the floor for Denver on Friday. The 23-year-old guard is having a breakout season for Denver, averaging career-high numbers in points (15.2), rebounds (5.2), assists (2.5) and steals (1.1) per game.
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