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NBA News / Viral Sports News / July 9
Knicks facing unexpected dilemma in surprising free-agent pursuit
The New York Knicks have long eyed Jonas Valančiūnas as a potential addition to their frontcourt, but securing his services this offseason has grown more complicated. The experienced Lithuanian big man now faces a meaningful choice between continuing his NBA journey and returning to his homeland for a fresh chapter in his career.
Spencer Jones News / Denver Nuggets on SI / July 9
Spencer Jones Admits He Could Be Leaving Nuggets This Offseason
The Denver Nuggets have a few big free agency decisions to make. After waiving Jonas Valanciunas, the Nuggets now have a few roster spots to fill, and their restricted free agency is taking priority.
Denver Nuggets News / The Lead / July 9
Which Denver Nuggets Face the Most Pressure to Perform Next Season?
If the Denver Nuggets plan to run back the same roster next season, several players will enter the year under immense pressure. Another disappointing season
The 'NBA Playoff-3's leaders' quiz
How many of the NBA players with the most three-pointers made in the postseason can you name in five minutes?
LeBron James News / Denver Nuggets on SI / July 9
Nuggets Can Stop Pursuing LeBron James After Free Agency Update
LeBron James' 2026 free agency has been one of the biggest NBA storylines over the past few years, as the 41-year-old superstar is officially leaving the Los Angeles Lakers, but his next destination remains a question.
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
Jonas Valanciunas News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 9
Knicks enter chat after Nuggets bail on Jonas Valanciunas
The Denver Nuggets recently made a decision on Jonas Valanciunas, waiving him before his $10 million was guaranteed. That should help them with some roster decisions this offseason, most notably trying to sign Peyton Watson to an extension.
Denver Nuggets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 9
Heat’s Tim Hardaway Jr. done talking about that time Giannis Antetokounmpo ‘dunked hell out of basketball’ on him
If you are Tim Hardaway Jr., stop reading this. Remember when Hardaway saw his life flash before his eyes when Giannis Antetokounmpo dunked on him a few years ago?
Peyton Watson News / Denver Nuggets on SI / July 9
Why Nuggets & Peyton Watson Haven't Reached a Deal in Free Agency
While the Denver Nuggets have remained mostly quiet through this offseason's free agency period, one glaring task on their summer to-do list has yet to be checked off: that's to hash out a new deal for restricted free agent Peyton Watson.
Jonas Valanciunas News / Fadeaway World / July 9
Nuggets’ $456 Million Payroll Problem Persists Despite Waiving Jonas Valanciunas
The Denver Nuggets’ roster is simply in dire straits currently, even after parting ways with Jonas Valanciunas tonight. They decided to waive the $10 million salary they owed to Valanciunas and take the resulting $2 million hit to the salary cap.
NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 8
Tim Hardaway Jr. teases fruitful relationship with Heat’s Erik Spoelstra
MIAMI – With the Miami Heat signing Tim Hardaway Jr. and introducing him on Wednesday afternoon, he comes back to familiar territory, as he grew up and went to high school in South Florida.
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.
Jonas Valanciunas News / Hoops Wire / July 8
Nuggets waive veteran center Jonas Valanciunas
The Nuggets are moving on from veteran center Jonas Valanciunas after just one season. According to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype, Denver has waived Valanciunas before Wednesday’s guarantee deadline, allowing the team to avoid paying the remaining $8 million on his $10 million salary for next season.
Jonas Valanciunas News / Larry Brown Sports / July 9
Nuggets release 14-year veteran ahead of $10 million payday
The Denver Nuggets were set to pay $10 million to big man Jonas Valanciunas if he was still on the roster after Wednesday. However, according to a report from Michael Scotto of Hoops Hype, the Nuggets are releasing Valanciunas, and he is expected to have interest from a number of teams across the league.
Jonas Valanciunas News / Hoops Rumors / July 8
Nuggets Waive Jonas Valanciunas
The Nuggets have decided to let go of center Jonas Valanciunas, league sources tell Michael Scotto of HoopsHype (Twitter link). Valanciunas’ $10MM salary for 2026/27, which was already partially guaranteed for $2MM, would have become fully guaranteed if he hadn’t been waived on Wednesday.
Jonas Valanciunas News / Yardbarker / July 8
Jonas Valanciunas expected to receive a lot of interest after Nuggets departure
Could a potential Western Conference contender be setting the table for a splashy offseason acquisition? A roster decision on Wednesday certainly indicates that could be the case.
Denver Nuggets News / Denver Nuggets on SI / July 8
Nuggets Expected to Move On From Two-Way Guard–– And Celtics Have Interest
The Denver Nuggets haven't made too many changes to their roster throughout this offseason's free agency period. Outside of re-signing Tyus Jones, bringing on Marvin Bagley, and seeing Tim Hardaway Jr.
Peyton Watson News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 8
The $177 million reason Clippers could swipe Peyton Watson from Nuggets
The Los Angeles Clippers have made a few moves throughout the offseason, as they were primed to get younger while staying competitive. It looks like that plan is working, but they could just be getting started.
DeMar DeRozan News / Denver Nuggets on SI / July 8
Why Nuggets Could Join DeMar DeRozan Free Agency Race
The Denver Nuggets still have a few roster holes to fill amid an underwhelming offseason, and the newest free agent to hit the open market could be one of their best options.
Peyton Watson News / Denver Nuggets on SI / July 7
One Team Surfaces as Sign-and-Trade Suitor for Nuggets' Peyton Watson
The Denver Nuggets have seemingly remained motivated to keep their restricted free agent forward Peyton Watson onboard their roster despite currently being on the open market without a deal.
Nikola Jokic News / Fadeaway World / July 7
Nikola Jokic Wants To Spend His Entire NBA Career With The Denver Nuggets
Nikola Jokic has never expressed a desire to leave the Denver Nuggets, but a recent report had the fanbase just a little bit worried. Jokic was reported to be considering not signing an extension this summer and delaying contract talks for another year.
Nikola Jokic News / Larry Brown Sports / July 7
Nikola Jokić had a clear message about his Nuggets’ future
Nikola Jokic has spent his entire NBA career with the Denver Nuggets ever since being selected in the second round of the 2014 draft. Jokic was selected at No.
Peyton Watson News / Hoops Rumors / July 5
Nuggets Open To Sign-And-Trades For Peyton Watson?
The Nuggets have been clear in their desire to upgrade the roster around Nikola Jokic this summer, despite their limited resources. So far, their moves have been minor, re-signing Tyus Jones while adding backup big man Marvin Bagley III, as they await the restricted free agency outcome of breakout forward Peyton Watson.
Peyton Watson News / Larry Brown Sports / July 5
Peyton Watson’s contract demands in free agency have been revealed
Peyton Watson appears to want a number that the Denver Nuggets cannot afford to pay. The Nuggets restricted free agent forward Watson is seeking a significant contract this offseason.
Tim Hardaway Jr. News / Yardbarker / July 3
Father knows best: Tim Hardaway Sr. denies son's request
Hardaway is proud that the Miami Heat retired his No. 10. So proud that he won't even let his own son wear it.
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