Sat Jan 25 19:40:00 UTC 2025: ## Nuggets’ Braun Outshines Former Teammate Caldwell-Pope in Dominant Win

**Denver, CO** – Christian Braun, the Denver Nuggets’ second-year guard, delivered a standout performance against his former teammate, Kentavious Caldwell-Pope, leading the Nuggets to a 113-100 victory over the Orlando Magic. Braun’s 20-point, 11-rebound game, coupled with a +22 plus/minus, overshadowed Caldwell-Pope’s struggles.

The game marked a significant matchup, highlighting the Nuggets’ successful offseason decision to move on from Caldwell-Pope. While KCP was a key contributor to Denver’s championship run last season, Braun has seamlessly filled the void, exceeding expectations. Caldwell-Pope’s shooting woes continued, as he shot just 4-for-14 from the field and 2-for-7 from three-point range, a stark contrast to his previous performance in Denver.

Braun’s impressive all-around game, particularly his prowess in fast breaks (tied for 3rd in the NBA with 4.8 fast break points per game), was on full display against the Magic. His energy and defensive presence clearly outmatched Caldwell-Pope’s.

This win further solidifies Braun’s importance to the Nuggets, who are currently two games away from securing the second seed in the Western Conference. The team now looks forward to their next game against the Philadelphia 76ers.

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