NBA Daily Notes: The Raptors keep winning; Top fantasy picks for January 12th

C 2 - Nikola Jokic (Denver Nuggets):

Denver Nuggets are at the top of the Western Conference

Preview:

The Denver Nuggets have been exceeding expectations this season and are at the top of the Western Conference with a 28-12 record. They have won 7 of the last 10 matches and are on a 2 game win streak. They play the Phoenix Suns tomorrow in an interesting game between the top team in the Western Conference against the bottom team.

Last 3 games:

1. 10/1/2019 - W - Los Angeles Clippers, 121-100
2. 8/1/2019 - W - Miami Heat, 103-99
3. 7/1/2019 - L - Houston Rockets, 113-125

Player performances and review:

Nikola Jokic has been outperforming expectations just like the Nuggets. His performances of late has catapulted him into MVP discussion. He is a one of a kind big man in the league right now, averaging more than 19 points, along with 10 rebounds and just under 8 assists.

He is also a great rim protector and is now averaging just under a block a game. In the win over the Los Angeles Clippers, Jokic scored 18 points, with 10 assists, 14 rebounds and 2 blocks. The Nuggets will be hoping Jokic can guide them to another big win tomorrow against the Phoenix Suns.

Alternate pick: Karl Anthony Towns (Minnesota Timberwolves)