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Jusuf Nurkic

C, #20
PTS
10.9
AST
4.0
REB
11.0
Player Bio
HT/WT
7' 0", 290 lbs
Age
29
Born
08-23-1994
Jusuf Nurkić gives Suns another motor for postseason: 'We're most definitely different'

Nurkić is one of the few who provides enough resistance against Jokić and could be crucial in the postseason if the teams meet again.

Tony Jones25

Jusuf Nurkić gives Suns another motor for postseason: 'We're most definitely different'
Warriors' Draymond Green calls out Suns' Jusuf Nurkić for 'questioning my character'

The feud between the Warriors' Draymond Green and the Suns' Jusuf Nurkić doesn't look like it's going to calm down soon.

The Athletic Staff237

Warriors' Draymond Green calls out Suns' Jusuf Nurkić for 'questioning my character'
Curry's late 3-pointer propels Warriors to win vs. Suns; Nurkic calls out Draymond Green's behavior

Curry scored 30 points on 10-of-22 shooting from the floor and recorded nine 3s.

Anthony Slater and The Athletic Staff202

Curry's late 3-pointer propels Warriors to win vs. Suns; Nurkic calls out Draymond Green's behavior
Off to an uneven start, the Phoenix Suns can find inspiration from the 2005-06 Miami Heat

Of the last 25 NBA champions, only one team has had a similar or worse record through 22 games. But that one is worth analyzing.

Doug Haller8

Off to an uneven start, the Phoenix Suns can find inspiration from the 2005-06 Miami Heat
Why Jusuf Nurkić might be a key to unlocking the rebuilt Suns' firepower

Jusuf Nurkić rebounds, passes, knows how to free up teammates and embraces a defensive role. All of which will be critical for the Suns.

Doug Haller8

Why Jusuf Nurkić might be a key to unlocking the rebuilt Suns' firepower
Vecenie: Damian Lillard trade is a win for Bucks, solid for Blazers and questionable for Suns

There's a lot to unpack with the Damian Lillard trade and all the parts involved in this three-team blockbuster.

Sam Vecenie82

Vecenie: Damian Lillard trade is a win for Bucks, solid for Blazers and questionable for Suns
Damian Lillard trade grades: Bucks cash in; Suns, Blazers swap centers

All summer long, the talk was about a potential Dame-to-Miami transaction. But another East contender has landed the superstar guard.

Zach Harper352

Damian Lillard trade grades: Bucks cash in; Suns, Blazers swap centers
Vecenie: Josh Hart trade checks the right boxes for the Knicks, but what are the Blazers doing?

New York has a real need for everything Hart brings, and there are reasons to believe this partnership might last into the future.

Sam Vecenie33

Vecenie: Josh Hart trade checks the right boxes for the Knicks, but what are the Blazers doing?
Blazers' deadline chess: Josh Hart gone, Jusuf Nurkić staying(?), search for size

Portland deals Josh Hart to New York for a first-round pick and looks to add size and experience to help Damian Lillard's timeline.

Jason Quick41

Blazers' deadline chess: Josh Hart gone, Jusuf Nurkić staying(?), search for size
Blazers' Jusuf Nurkić out through All-Star break with calf strain

Nurkić suffered the injury early in the first quarter of Wednesday's game against the Grizzlies.

Jason Quick and The Athletic Staff14

Blazers' Jusuf Nurkić out through All-Star break with calf strain
Blazers beat Hawks as Anfernee Simons takes heed to new credo: Keep it simple

Simons has seven assists and one turnover, continuing a trend that started after a January meeting in coach Chauncey Billups' office.

Jason Quick14

Blazers beat Hawks as Anfernee Simons takes heed to new credo: Keep it simple
As Trail Blazers begin to spiral, questions about future loom with trade deadline approaching

The Blazers are in a tough spot: they have a superstar who wants to win now. We take a look at their problems and some solutions.

Jason Quick115

As Trail Blazers begin to spiral, questions about future loom with trade deadline approaching
What ails the Trail Blazers? From the flu to their mindset, a little bit of everything

Portland loses in Minnesota as they compound illness and injuries with lackadaisical play to start the game.

Jason Quick28

What ails the Trail Blazers? From the flu to their mindset, a little bit of everything
To get the most out of Jusuf Nurkić, Chauncey Billups uses some bark and some bite

After Blazers center makes career-high five 3-pointers in Monday's win, he credits the freedom — and criticism — his coach gives him.

Jason Quick28

To get the most out of Jusuf Nurkić, Chauncey Billups uses some bark and some bite
With Damian Lillard injured again, Chauncey Billups' master plan will be put to the test

The Blazers were looking to find ways to win without having to rely on Damian Lillard. Now they have no choice.

Sam Amick26

With Damian Lillard injured again, Chauncey Billups' master plan will be put to the test
Lakers' defense a bright spot during winless start. Here's why it's working

The silver lining of the Lakers' 0-3 start? Their defense has been stifling. Can it continue? We break down the film.

Jovan Buha19

Lakers' defense a bright spot during winless start. Here's why it's working
Blazers' Jusuf Nurkic fined $40K for throwing fan's phone into stands after loss to Pacers

Trail Blazers center Jusuf Nurkic was fined $40,000 for confronting a fan courtside and throwing the fan's cell phone into the stands after Portland lost to the Pacers on Sunday the league announced Tuesday. Indiana won the matchup 129-98.

The Athletic Staff

Blazers' Jusuf Nurkic fined $40K for throwing fan's phone into stands after loss to Pacers
Trail Blazers' Jusuf Nurkic out at least 4 weeks with left foot injury

Jusuf Nurkic is out at least four weeks due to plantar fasciitis in his left foot, the team announced on Wednesday. The Trail Blazers center will continue his recovery and be re-evaluated in four weeks. Nurkic, 27, has experienced symptoms of plantar fasciitis since September. Through 56 games...

The Athletic Staff

Trail Blazers' Jusuf Nurkic out at least 4 weeks with left foot injury
Trail Blazers get first look at Justise Winslow: ‘Everybody who plays with him loves him’

The oft-injured forward plays 20 minutes in his debut and shows that he can pass and defend.

Jason Quick52

Trail Blazers get first look at Justise Winslow: ‘Everybody who plays with him loves him’
Jusuf Nurkic has found his spot on and off the court in Portland: ‘This is who I want to be going forward’

After struggling early this season, the Blazers center has been a crucial contributor to the team's improved play as of late.

Jason Quick44

Jusuf Nurkic has found his spot on and off the court in Portland: ‘This is who I want to be going forward’

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