NBA Power Rankings: Who are the biggest threats to the Warriors?

OAKLAND, CA - NOVEMBER 21: Kevin Durant #35 of the Golden State Warriors shoots over Paul George #13 of the Oklahoma City Thunder during an NBA basketball game at ORACLE Arena on November 21, 2018 in Oakland, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images)
OAKLAND, CA - NOVEMBER 21: Kevin Durant #35 of the Golden State Warriors shoots over Paul George #13 of the Oklahoma City Thunder during an NBA basketball game at ORACLE Arena on November 21, 2018 in Oakland, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images) /
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Denver Nuggets (Photo by Mitchell Leff/Getty Images)
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6. Denver Nuggets

The Denver Nuggets have been a top two team in the Western Conference all season. While many people may not be taking them seriously, it is only a matter of time before the Nuggets wake up the whole world.

The Nuggets have a great core of underrated young players. Jamal Murry and Gary Harris have been torching teams all season long while Nikola Jokic is a dark horse MVP candidate. These three are one of the leagues best trios and they will be looking to prove themselves this year in their first playoff run together.

Denver has also gotten huge contributions from Will Barton and Paul Milsap who are both chipping in double-digit scoring figures. The biggest surprise of the season for Denver has been the arrival of Malik Beasley who is showing great offensive potential.

The NBA might not be fearing the Nuggets yet, but if they keep this young core together, Denver could be a powerhouse team in no time.