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Pickaxe Pundits: Denver Nuggets are streaking again as they start jam packed week with Houston Rockets

The Nuggets are firing on all cylinders as one of their most challenging weeks awaits

By Zach Mikash@ZachMikash Updated Jan 7, 2019, 5:14am MST

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5 game winning streak

Which player has been the catalyst?
Which win was the most impressive?
How impressive is it that they’ve been able to maintain winning through the injuries?
Is it a bit of fool’s gold given that four of the five opponents have losing records or were the wins all that matters?
Where does Nikola Jokic rank in the MVP race?

Upcoming week

Do you anticipate any struggles with Harris and Millsap re-entering the starting lineup? What’s been the key to weathering the injuries and re-integrating Harris and Millsap on the fly?
How much is fatigue a concern on 5 games in seven nights?
What does Denver have to do to beat the Rockets? Are James Harden and Clint Capela too much of a mismatch?
Which will be the tougher home game, Clippers or Blazers?