Nuggets vs Trail Blazers

Early in the 2016-17 season, Denver led Portland by two points in the final seconds and was one defensive stop from an important victory.

Instead of stopping the Trail Blazers, a defensive lapse led to a typing layup from Damian Lillard, and Portland went on to beat Denver in overtime.

That win was the difference between the Trail Blazers and Nuggets getting into the postseason as Portland edged Denver by one win for a playoff berth.

While that game took place 14 months ago, that loss still stings for many Denver players, most of whom were on the roster for that game.

The Nuggets are also focused on a more recent problem that has coach Michael Malone searching for answers heading into Monday's…