Caldwell-Pope accumulated 21 points (9-17 FG, 3-8 3Pt), two rebounds, three assists, one block and two steals over 36 minutes during Tuesday's 132-126 win over the Lakers in Game 1 of the Western Conference Finals.
Caldwell-Pope continued to shoot the ball well in the victory, turning in a strong performance against his former team. He has been a huge positive for the Nuggets throughout the playoffs, providing them with the scoring punch he was able to deliver earlier in the regular season. Couple that with his ability to deliver stout defensive production and you have a recipe for success when it comes to winning playoff basketball.
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Nuggets' Kentavious Caldwell-Pope: Scores 21 to eliminate Suns
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Caldwell-Pope notched 21 points (7-11 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 5-5 FT), five rebounds, three assists, one block and two steals across 36 minutes during Thursday's 125-100 win over Phoenix in Game 6 of the Western Conference Semifinals.
The veteran sharpshooter has been inconsistent as a scoring threat in the playoffs so far, but he stepped up when the Nuggets needed him the most in a Game 6 win to eliminate the Suns. Caldwell-Pope has scored in double digits in five of his last seven playoff contests, but this 21-point performance was his best scoring outing of the current postseason run. Through 11 playoff appearances, he's averaged 10.5 points while shooting 39.1 percent from deep.
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Nuggets' Kentavious Caldwell-Pope: Barely noticeable in loss
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Caldwell-Pope posted two points (1-4 FG, 0-2 3Pt), two rebounds, one assist and two steals across 34 minutes during Friday's 121-114 loss to the Suns in Game 3 of the Western Conference Semifinals.
Caldwell-Pope played 34 minutes in the loss, although you could be forgiven for not even noticing. For the Nuggets to go beyond the second round of the playoffs, they need a lot more from Caldwell-Pope, especially on the offensive end. While he is typically not required to do a lot of the heavy lifting, he at least needs to be a viable threat so as to open up the floor for the likes of Jamal Murray and Nikola Jokic.
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Nuggets' Kentavious Caldwell-Pope: Nearly perfect from field
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Caldwell-Pope logged 14 points (5-6 FG, 4-4 3Pt), five rebounds, two assists and one steal in 41 minutes during Monday's 97-87 win over Phoenix in Game 2 of the Western Conference Semifinals.
Caldwell-Pope is a secondary weapon for the Nuggets, and there's an argument to say he'd be the fifth option in the starting lineup, but he was excellent Monday and missed just one of his shots en route to his third straight double-digit scoring outing. Those efficiency levels will regress sooner than later, but for now, Caldwell-Pope is averaging 10.9 points per game while shooting an excellent 44.1 percent from three-point range across seven playoff contests so far.
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Nuggets' Kentavious Caldwell-Pope: Plays role to perfection
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Caldwell-Pope accumulated 14 points (5-10 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 1-2 FT), two rebounds, one assist, one block and one steal across 28 minutes during Friday's 120-111 win over the Timberwolves in Game 3 of the Western Conference Quarterfinals.
Caldwell-Pope did just what was needed in the win, putting up modest production on both ends of the floor. While his numbers don't always jump off the page, Caldwell-Pope provides the Nuggets with another solid veteran presence, able to score when needed while also providing solid wing defense.
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Nuggets' Kentavious Caldwell-Pope: Good to go for Game 1
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Caldwell-Pope (illness) will play in Sunday's game against the Timberwolves, Harrison Wind of TheDNVR.com reports.
Caldwell-Pope was one of many Nuggets players to sit out the team's regular-season finale, but he has cleared the injury report ahead of Game 1 of the First Round in the Western Conference Playoffs. Caldwell-Pope should be expected to handle a full workload and return to the starting lineup.
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Nuggets' Kentavious Caldwell-Pope: Out Sunday
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Caldwell-Pope (illness) will not play Sunday against the Kings.
With KCP watching from the sidelines Sunday, Christian Braun could be heading for a spot start, and he'd make for an intriguing target in daily fantasy leagues. Caldwell-Pope is feeling a little under the weather, but he should be fine by the time the playoffs roll around.
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Nuggets' Kentavious Caldwell-Pope: Might not play Sunday
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Caldwell-Pope is questionable for Sunday's game against the Kings due to a non-COVID illness.
The Nuggets have locked up the top spot in the Western Conference and home-field advantage throughout the Conference side of the draw, so it wouldn't be shocking if they rest their starters and regular contributors. Caldwell-Pope fits that mold, and it doesn't make sense to risk him in a game where the team has nothing to play for. If he ends up being ruled out, which could very well be the case, then Christian Braun might get the start at shooting guard.
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Nuggets' Kentavious Caldwell-Pope: Lands six triples in loss
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Caldwell-Pope totaled 21 points (7-12 FG, 6-8 3Pt, 1-1 FT), three assists, two blocks and one steal over 29 minutes during Saturday's 118-114 loss to the Jazz.
Caldwell-Pope returned to action after missing the previous game due to an illness, connecting on six three-pointers en route to a team-high 21 points. With only one game left in the regular season, there is a decent chance Caldwell-Pope sits out against the Kings on Sunday, given neither team has anything to play for.
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Nuggets' Kentavious Caldwell-Pope: Playing Saturday
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Caldwell-Pope (illness) is good to go for Saturday's game against Utah.
Caldwell-Pope, along with the rest of the starters, will play in Saturday's game. However, they will likely be held to around two quarters of action, making Caldwell-Pope an unattractive fantasy option.
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Nuggets' Kentavious Caldwell-Pope: Expected to be available
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Caldwell-Pope (illness) will likely play in Saturday's game against the Jazz, Mike Singer of The Denver Post reports.
Caldwell-Pope, along with the rest of the Nuggets' starting five is expected to play in Sunday's game. However, it is likely they don't play the entire game considering they secured the No. 1 seed in the Western Conference.
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Nuggets' Kentavious Caldwell-Pope: Status uncertain against Utah
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Caldwell-Pope (illness) is questionable for Saturday's game versus the Jazz.
Caldwell-Pope is in danger of missing his second straight game Saturday due to a non-COVID illness. With the one-seed in the Western Conference already locked up for Denver, it wouldn't be surprising for Caldwell-Pope to sit out either leg of the team's back-to-back Saturday and Sunday.
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Nuggets' Kentavious Caldwell-Pope: Downgraded to out
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Caldwell-Pope (illness) will not play in Thursday's game against the Suns.
Caldwell-Pope has been battling a non-COVID illness for around a week and will miss a second game due to the issue. His absence should open up more opportunities for the likes of Bruce Brown, Christian Braun and Peyton Watson. Caldwell-Pope's next chance to play will come Saturday in Utah.
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Nuggets' Kentavious Caldwell-Pope: Iffy Thursday
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Caldwell-Pope is questionable for Thursday's game versus the Suns due to a non-COVID illness.
Caldwell-Pope continues to deal with a lingering illness but has played in Denver's last two games. However, the team has no reason to force him into action with the one-seed in the Western Conference practically locked up. If Caldwell-Pope doesn't suit up Thursday, Christian Braun and Bruce Brown are candidates to receive extended minutes.
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Nuggets' Kentavious Caldwell-Pope: Will play vs. Warriors
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Caldwell-Pope (illness) will be available for Sunday's game against Golden State.
The veteran guard was one of several Nuggets who sat out Friday's game against the Suns, but he'll be back in the mix Sunday as Denver continues to tune up for the postseason. Caldwell-Pope has scored in single digits in seven of his last nine games entering Sunday.
Caldwell-Pope (illness) is probable for Sunday's action against the Warriors.
Caldwell-Pope should be back following a one-game absence due to illness. He struggled in March, averaging just 7.8 points while converting only 25.0 percent of his triples.
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Nuggets' Kentavious Caldwell-Pope: Will not play Friday
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Caldwell-Pope (illness) will not play Friday against the Suns.
Caldwell-Pope will be joined by Nikola Jokic (calf), Jamal Murray (rest) and Michael Porter (rest) on the shelf for Friday's contest. With Denver so shorthanded, we could see a lot of Christian Braun on the wings. Reggie Jackson could find himself back in the rotation as well.
Caldwell-Pope (illness) is questionable for Friday's game against the Suns.
Caldwell-Pope nearly sat out Thursday's game against the Pelicans while feeling under the weather, and his status for the second half of the back-to-back set is up in the air. If he's unavailable Friday, Christian Braun and Bruce Brown are candidates to see increased run.
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Nuggets' Kentavious Caldwell-Pope: Status uncertain for Friday
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Head coach Mike Malone relayed after Thursday's game versus the Pelicans that Caldwell-Pope was feeling under the weather and nearly sat out, Harrison Wind of TheDNVR.com reports. Malone indicated he would meet with the medical staff to discuss whether or not Caldwell-Pope will travel for Friday's game versus the Suns.
Caldwell-Pope played a full 29 minutes in Thursday's contest but struggled overall, connecting on just one of his seven attempts from the field while missing all of his four three-point tries. The team's injury report Friday should supply a clearer picture of whether or not KCP is feeling well enough to give it a go in the second night of the back-to-back set.
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Nuggets' Kentavious Caldwell-Pope: Solid production in win
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Caldwell-Pope racked up 11 points (4-8 FG, 3-5 FT), eight rebounds, one assist and one steal across 28 minutes during Saturday's 129-106 victory over the Bucks.
Caldwell-Pope scored in double figures for the first time across his past four games and tied his season high with eight rebounds. The veteran shooting guard hasn't missed a game since Feb. 5, averaging 9.9 points, 3.2 assists, 2.4 rebounds and 1.6 steals in 32.5 minutes over his past 20 appearances.
