Down all five starters, the Nuggets stunned the 76ers 125-124 in OT as David Adelman's a nine-man crew rallied late.

PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Bruce Brown scored 19 points and got the winning bucket in overtime off a goaltending call on Joel Embiid, and Jalen Pickett had 29 points to lead the short-handed Denver Nuggets to a 125-124 win over the Philadelphia 76ers on Monday night.

Our Nuggets vs. 76ers predictions back Philly to come up with the win in convincing fashion on Monday, January 5, 2026. Free NBA picks for tonight's game at Xfinity Mobile Arena.

Philadelphia 76ers host the Denver Nuggets on January 5, 2026. Denver faces significant injuries, impacting their roster. The 76ers, playing at home and mostly healthy, are expected to win. Tyrese Maxey and Joel Embiid lead Philadelphia's charge.

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The Denver Nuggets pulled together a resilient road win vs. the Philadelphia 76ers depite having just nine healthy players in the rotation.

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Denver Nuggets guard Jalen Pickett took advantage of the rare opportunity against the Philadelphia 76ers on Monday.