The last time the Denver Nuggets were in the Western Conference semifinals, Jamal Murray was 12 years old, Paul Millsap was on the Utah Jazz and Instagram didn’t exist yet.
It has been a while and it points to just how significant this season has been for the franchise. No. 2-seeded Denver got through a grueling seven-game series against No. 7-seeded San Antonio. Things won’t get any easier when the No. 3-seeded Portland Trail Blazers arrive as visitors at Pepsi Center on Monday night.
Nuggets fans have probably watched this highlight in awe at least a dozen times and it showcases just how dangerous Damian Lillard can be with the ball in his hands.