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Nuggets Mock Draft: Denver Lands Versatile All-American Forward

The NBA Draft lottery is on Sunday, and the Denver Nuggets are not one of the 14 teams stressing about where they will land. The Nuggets hold the 26th pick in June's draft, and while it is challenging to find sure-fire talent in the late first round, there should be some potential difference-makers on the board for them.

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Three Nuggets on the Trade Block After Josh Kroenke's Offseason Comments

Denver Nuggets executive Josh Kroenke made it clear on Friday: everything is on the table this offseason, except for three-time MVP Nikola Jokic. With Jokic the only untouchable this summer in Denver, there seem to be endless scenarios for how the Nuggets' offseason can shake out.

Peyton Watson News / Hoops Wire / May 8

NBA Notes: Draft, Darryn Peterson, Nuggets, Peyton Watson, Nets

Top NBA draft prospect Darryn Peterson finally has an answer. The Kansas guard dealt with recurring cramping throughout his lone college season. Now he knows why, telling ESPN’s Ramona Shelburne that high doses of creatine were the cause.

Jaylen Brown News / Denver Nuggets on SI / May 8

NBA Blockbuster Mock Trade Sends Celtics' Jaylen Brown to Nuggets

The Denver Nuggets and Boston Celtics are in similar positions, coming off first-round playoff exits and falling well short of championship-minded expectations.

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The 'Most 25-point NBA Playoff games' quiz

How many of the NBA franchise single-season leaders in 25-point playoff games can you name in five minutes?

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Nikola Jokic News / Hoops Wire / May 8

Nuggets say Nikola Jokic only untouchable as offseason decisions loom

There is one name not up for discussion in Denver: Nikola Jokic. Beyond that, the Nuggets are keeping their options open. Team president Josh Kroenke made

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The 25 greatest playoff games in NBA history

In the NBA, it's all about showing up and showing out in the posteason. With that in mind, here are the 25 greatest NBA playoff games of all time.

Denver Nuggets News / Larry Brown Sports / May 8

Nuggets owner sends clear message to the team

Denver Nuggets owner Josh Kroenke sent a very clear message to his team when addressing the state of the franchise on Friday. Kroenke said “everything is going to be on the table” for the Nuggets following their loss in the first round of the Western Conference Playoffs.

Denver Nuggets News / Denver Nuggets on SI / May 8

Four Glaring Takeaways From Nuggets' End-of-Season Presser

With the dust settled from the end of the Denver Nuggets' season, the team finally hosted their end-of-season media with the collective of team president

Denver Nuggets News / Denver Nuggets on SI / May 8

Nuggets Ownership Makes One Good Promise, but Another Bad Suggestion

The 2026 offseason could get hectic across the NBA, especially with many star-studded teams flaming out of the playoffs sooner than expected. The Denver Nuggets are certainly in that group, and falling well short of expectations could lead to big changes being made.

Denver Nuggets News / Denver Nuggets on SI / May 8

Perfect Offseason Blueprint for the Nuggets' Roster

The Denver Nuggets have a huge offseason to face head-on over the next few months; one that could see several big shakeups take place to this roster that ultimately fell short of expectations via a first-round exit to the Minnesota Timberwolves.

Denver Nuggets News / Denver Nuggets on SI / May 8

Ranking the Nuggets' Most Valuable Trade Pieces This Offseason

Are the Denver Nuggets in for an eventful offseason? There is plenty of speculation about what moves they might have up their sleeve this offseason, and with a handful of players potentially on the trade block, who holds the most value?

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The 25 defining moments of LeBron James' career

LeBron's career can't go on forever, can it? If it were to end tomorrow, it would be the greatest run of sustained excellence the league has ever seen.

Jamal Murray News / Denver Nuggets on SI / May 7

Three Realistic Trade Suitors if Nuggets Shop Jamal Murray

Just a week into the Denver Nuggets' offseason, there has been plenty of speculation about who could be on the move. With questions around the futures of Aaron Gordon and Cam Johnson, could the Nuggets' 2026 offseason get even crazier than expected?

Jared Dudley News / Denver Nuggets on SI / May 7

Nuggets’ Jared Dudley Linked to 2 NBA Head Coaching Jobs

The Denver Nuggets' top assistant, and former 14-year NBA veteran, Jared Dudley, is gaining some steam as a head coaching candidate for a couple of openings around the league.

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Denver Nuggets News / Denver Nuggets on SI / May 7

Most Glaring Roster Hole Nuggets Must Fill This Offseason

The Denver Nuggets could be in for a busy 2026 offseason, and while it remains uncertain what moves they have in mind, there are certainly a few things they need to address.

NBA News / Denver Nuggets on SI / May 7

Should the Nuggets Regret Cam Johnson, Michael Porter Jr. Trade?

In July 2025, the Denver Nuggets broke up their core by trading Michael Porter Jr. and an unprotected 2032 first-round pick to the Brooklyn Nets in exchange for Cam Johnson.

Jamal Murray News / Stadium Rant / May 7

Jamal Murray May Not Be A Denver Nugget Next Season; Here’re 2 Potential Reasons

Coming off a career year, Jamal Murray might find himself in the midst of trade talks. He had his best year as a starter, as he was named an All-Star starter and will be on All-NBA ballots.

Denver Nuggets News / Denver Nuggets on SI / May 6

Nuggets Legend Dan Issel Sets Timid Expectations for Denver's Offseason

Some reports around the NBA suggest the Denver Nuggets could be gearing up for an eventful 2026 offseason after their disappointing first-round playoff exit, but could we actually get the opposite?

Denver Nuggets News / Denver Nuggets on SI / May 6

Breaking Down the Nuggets' Future Draft Picks, Protections

The Denver Nuggets are just over a month away from the 2026 NBA Draft, where they'll have two selections at their disposal to bring in a couple of new young pieces.

Aaron Gordon News / Denver Nuggets on SI / May 6

What a Nuggets' Aaron Gordon Trade Would Actually Look Like

With a busy 2026 offseason ahead of them, how crazy are the Denver Nuggets willing to get? Less than a week after their season-ending Game 6 loss to the

Denver Nuggets News / Denver Nuggets on SI / May 6

3 Biggest Questions Facing the Nuggets This Offseason

After flaming out of the playoffs in a first-round loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves, the Denver Nuggets enter this offseason at a bit of a crossroads as it relates to this current roster.

Christian Braun News / HITC / May 6

NBA fans can’t believe Christian Braun’s ‘leader’ claim after Nuggets’ first-round exit

Christian Braun tried to take accountability after the Denver Nuggets’ early playoff exit, but his comments ended up creating a completely different conversation.

Denver Nuggets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 5

3 best Jamal Murray trade destinations if Nuggets shockingly break up Nikola Jokic pairing

The Denver Nuggets’ loss in the first round to the Minnesota Timberwolves ensures the franchise will take a cold, hard look at their roster and its future together.

Christian Braun News / Denver Nuggets on SI / May 5

Should Nuggets Give Christian Braun a Pass for Disappointing Season?

Denver Nuggets guard Christian Braun has caught plenty of flak for his underwhelming performance in the team's first-round playoff exit against the Minnesota Timberwolves.

David Adelman News / Total Pro Sports / May 4

Denver Nuggets’ Coaching Decision Reportedly Driven by Internal 'Fear' of Losing David Adelman

Mike Malone was shockingly booted out by the Denver Nuggets before last year’s postseason games began, and was promptly replaced by David Adelman. What was their motive for the sudden move? Fast forward today, and many were still baffled by Malone’s firing.

David Adelman News / Hoops Wire / May 3

Nuggets expected to retain coach David Adelman

The season didn’t end the way the Nuggets imagined. Not after 54 wins. Not after a 12-game winning streak entering the playoffs. Then it just stopped. Denver ran into a Minnesota defense that knocked it out of rhythm, and suddenly, even Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray looked human.

Denver Nuggets News / Larry Brown Sports / May 2

Major update emerges about Nuggets coach David Adelman’s future

David Adelman apparently still has some wiggle room in Denver. The “early sense” is that the Denver Nuggets head coach Adelman will be returning for another season in charge, Bennett Durando of The Denver Post reported on Saturday.