Kendrick Perkins questions Denver Nuggets' championship potential after slow start

Summary: The Denver Nuggets have started the 2024-25 NBA season with a 2-2 record. ESPN analyst Kendrick Perkins criticized the team, stating they do not look like championship contenders and questioned the performance of key players Jamal Murray and Michael Porter Jr.

Perkins highlighted that Murray has not performed well since the 2023 NBA Finals, averaging 18.8 points with low shooting percentages. Porter is also struggling, averaging just 13.3 points this season.

Nikola Jokic remains the standout player, contributing significantly to the team's success. He has recorded impressive stats, including back-to-back 40-point games, helping the Nuggets secure their recent victories.

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