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Nuggets Explored Trading Up for One Specific Position During Draft

During the first round of the 2026 NBA Draft, the Denver Nuggets opted to trade down from their No. 26 pick on the board for three second round picks–– one that was in this year's draft at No.

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Denver Nuggets select Bryce Hopkins with the 49th overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft

After making no selections in the first round of the 2026 NBA Draft, the Denver Nuggets picked two players tonight in the second round. The second player they selected was Bryce Hopkins out of St.

Denver Nuggets News / Denver Nuggets on SI / June 24

Grading the Nuggets' No. 49 Selection of St. John's F Bryce Hopkins

After deciding to trade down the board from their first round pick at No. 26 on Tuesday, the Denver Nuggets have landed on both of their second rounders on the following day.

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Jaylen Brown News / Denver Nuggets on SI / June 24

Nuggets Have an Opportunity to Trade for Jaylen Brown–– But Should They?

It looks like there could be a real opportunity for teams around the league to look into the possibility of a Jaylen Brown trade with the Boston Celtics.

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The 25 most impactful international NBA draft picks of all-time

The NBA is truly a global league. As such, there have been historical impacts left on the game by players of all walks of life. Some of the game's all-time

Denver Nuggets News / Denver Nuggets on SI / June 24

What's Next for the Nuggets After NBA Draft Night Trade

The Denver Nuggets walked into the first night of the 2026 NBA Draft with the 26th overall pick. However, as many fans feared, they walked out without a new rookie.

Denver Nuggets News / Denver Nuggets on SI / June 24

6 Prospects the Nuggets Can Target in the 2nd Round of the NBA Draft

On the first night of the 2026 NBA Draft, the Denver Nuggets opted to trade out of their No. 26 pick in order to secure the No. 35 pick in the second round, pairing with their existing selection at 49, while also picking up two future seconds–– one in 2028, and another in 2031.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 24

Nuggets, Spurs trade grades for 2026 NBA Draft deal

The first round of the NBA Draft didn’t have many surprises during the first half, but it was the second half that was full of trades. One of those trades happened to be toward the end of the round, when the Denver Nuggets traded the No.

Stan Kroenke News / EssentiallySports / June 24

Nuggets War Room Footage Shows Josh Kroenke’s Frustrated Retort to Front Office Member After Trading Their Draft Pick to Spurs

Before the draft, the Denver Nuggets needed forward depth, a defensive-minded big man, or a backup ball-handler. With $203 million in guaranteed money on the books for just eight players next season, drafting the right piece was crucial.

Denver Nuggets News / Denver Nuggets on SI / June 23

Nuggets' Last-Minute Pre-Draft Workout Signals Potential Plans at No. 26

Leading up to the 2026 NBA Draft, there hasn't been a ton of noise surrounding who the Denver Nuggets could have interest in with their 26th pick in the first round–– and there's only been a few reported pre-draft workouts hosted with players who would add up as a selection in that range.

Denver Nuggets News / Denver Nuggets on SI / June 23

Nuggets Linked to Sharpshooting Guard Before 2026 NBA Draft

The Denver Nuggets hold the 26th overall pick in Tuesday night's NBA Draft, and they are expected to be in a position to add win-now talent to help out their veteran core.

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Every NBA team's best-ever second-round draft pick

In the NBA Draft, the first round is where teams look for players who could be stars or at least contribute right away. Then there's the second round, where the stakes are low and not much is expected.

Denver Nuggets News / Denver Nuggets on SI / June 23

Best and Worst-Case NBA Draft Scenarios for the Nuggets

What do the Denver Nuggets have in store on draft night? It is officially the day of the 2026 NBA Draft, and the Nuggets are gearing up to make a selection with the 26th overall pick, barring a trade.

Denver Nuggets News / Denver Nuggets on SI / June 22

Nuggets' DaRon Holmes Focused on One Major Improvement in Year Two

The Denver Nuggets finally got to see their 2024 first-round pick, DaRon Holmes, on the floor for his rookie year during their 2025-26 campaign after missing all of the previous season due to a torn Achilles.

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Denver Nuggets News / Denver Nuggets on SI / June 22

Nuggets NBA Draft Big Board: Top Targets for Every Pick and Every Round

On the eve of the 2026 NBA Draft, we are getting a clearer picture of how things will shake out, but there is still plenty of uncertainty. The Denver Nuggets have kept things under wraps leading up to draft night, but we can still examine their likely top options.

Denver Nuggets News / Denver Nuggets on SI / June 22

Nuggets NBA Draft Rumors: What’s Real, What’s Smoke, & What to Watch

The 2026 NBA Draft is right around the corner, meaning it'll be time for the Denver Nuggets to have a great opportunity of both adding a batch of new young talent onboard, and perhaps re-shaping this current roster around the edges.

Denver Nuggets News / Denver Nuggets on SI / June 22

Nuggets NBA Mock Draft 2.0: Final Picks for Every Round

It is officially NBA Draft week, and while it would be great to have an idea of what the Denver Nuggets are planning to do, they have kept everything under wraps.

Denver Nuggets News / Denver Nuggets on SI / June 21

Why Nuggets Trading Up in the NBA Draft Is Too Good to Be True

The Denver Nuggets have been the latest team finding themselves in the middle of some buzzing draft rumors as it relates to potentially trading up the board in the first round.

Denver Nuggets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 21

Nuggets rumors: The draft trade package Denver is willing to discuss

With the Denver Nuggets preparing for the 2026 NBA Draft, which starts on Tuesday, the team could also be one to make a trade with its selections. As rumors surround the Nuggets on what moves they are trying to make, this NBA insider gives insight into the package that the franchise is willing to discuss.

Denver Nuggets News / Larry Brown Sports / June 19

Report: Nuggets could sign a very familiar player to Nikola Jokic

The Denver Nuggets are going back to the drawing board after a first round exit this year, and their first order of business could be to appease franchise center Nikola Jokic.

Denver Nuggets News / The Lead / June 18

What Are the Biggest Threats to Nuggets’ Championship Window?

It’s been just over three years since the Denver Nuggets’ first NBA championship. Since then, plenty has happened with the team. While Denver remains a contender with Nikola Jokić, the roster has seen immense changes since 2023.

Denver Nuggets News / The Lead / June 18

Which Free Agents Can Nuggets Pursue to Improve Bench?

The last few months have been rather odd for the Denver Nuggets. Denver entered the playoffs as true contenders, only to be comfortably defeated in the first round by an injury-ravaged Minnesota Timberwolves squad.

Aaron Gordon News / Hoops Wire / June 14

Nuggets’ Aaron Gordon reportedly drawing trade interest

If the Nuggets end up making a significant trade this summer, rival teams apparently know where they’d like Denver to start: Aaron Gordon. According to Marc Stein of The Stein Line, Gordon has emerged as one of the most sought-after players on the Nuggets’ roster as teams around the league look for ways to improve heading into next season.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / June 14

NBA Rumors: Nuggets, Nikola Jokic, Rockets, Kevin Durant, Lakers

One thing we know about the Nuggets? Nikola Jokic will be back. Apparently, so will coach David Adelman. Other than that, it appears to be one big mystery.

Denver Nuggets News / Stadium Rant / June 13

2023 Nuggets: The Team That Lifted The Curse

This is for all the nostalgic Denver Nuggets fans out there. It’s been three years to the day since they ended their 47-year drought. Let’s take a look back on their run three years ago. The 2022-2023 Nuggets were all about reinforcements.

Nikola Jokic News / Hoops Wire / June 9

Nuggets expected to explore changes around Nikola Jokic

The Nuggets may be headed for a busy offseason. According to ESPN’s Shams Charania, Denver is expected to listen to trade inquiries on virtually every player not named Nikola Jokic as the organization searches for ways to maximize its championship window.