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Bill Simmons Rips Nuggets Over Peyton Watson's Contract Situation

The biggest task on the to-do list for the Denver Nuggets' offseason will be to re-sign restricted free agent Peyton Watson. It'll likely be a key priority for the Nuggets to ink him on a new deal.

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Bill Simmons rips Nuggets approach on Peyton Watson contract

The Denver Nuggets are facing a challenging offseason following their disappointing Game 6 playoff loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves in the 2025-26 campaign.

Spencer Jones News / Denver Nuggets on SI / May 31

The Case For and Against Nuggets Re-Signing Spencer Jones

The Denver Nuggets' big ticket free agent hititng the market this offseason will undoubtably be breakout wing Peyton Watson. After a strong fourth season got stamped in the books and he now hits restricted free agency, it'll likely be a priority for the Nuggets to bring him back on a new deal.

Jamal Murray News / Denver Nuggets on SI / May 31

Why Nuggets Should Avoid a Jamal Murray-Raptors Trade This Offseason

With everything on the table for the Denver Nuggets this offseason, except for trading three-time MVP Nikola Jokic, his lone All-Star teammate could potentially be on the move.

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The 'Last 10 3-pointer NBA game by team' quiz

How many of the most recent players to make at least 10 three-pointers in the same game for each NBA franchise can you name in five minutes?

The 'Youngest 30-point playoff games' quiz

The '3 3-pointer, 3-block Playoff games' quiz

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Denver Nuggets News / Denver Nuggets on SI / May 31

Three Buy-Low Trade Candidates the Nuggets Must Target

The Denver Nuggets should be searching for extra defensive help this offseason after finishing the season with the NBA's 21st-ranked defense, which ultimately led to a first-round playoff exit.

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The best homegrown player for every NBA franchise

As an NBA fan, it hits different when a team's best player is a guy the franchise nurtured from the very start. There's a greater attachment to stars who have been there since the start, who have bled the team's colors since the start of their careers.

Nikola Jokic News / EssentiallySports / May 30

Nikola Jokic’s Nuggets Face Difficult Trade Decision to Secure Key Extension, Insider Claims

The Denver Nuggets are heading into a defining offseason, and Peyton Watson’s future may force the franchise’s toughest decision yet. With the 23-year-old

Denver Nuggets News / Denver Nuggets on SI / May 29

3 Simple Ways the Nuggets Can Gain Cap Flexibility This Offseason

The Denver Nuggets enter this offseason with some big financial decisions on their hands. As their cap sheet currently stands, the Nuggets are about $16 million over the luxury tax line.

Denver Nuggets News / Denver Nuggets on SI / May 29

Three Nuggets Who Must Prove Their Worth Next Season

As the Denver Nuggets search for answers this offseason, they could solve plenty of their issues internally. The Nuggets will be looking for depth all around this summer, but if a few of their players can step up and prove their worth next season, they will already be in a much better position.

Denver Nuggets News / HITC / May 29

Denver Nuggets open to trading two starters to make room for Peyton Watson

The Denver Nuggets are heading into an awkward offseason, with trade rumours now swirling around nearly every starter alongside Nikola Jokic. Jamal Murray has already been mentioned as a potential trade candidate, while Aaron Gordon’s future is also in question due to Denver’s tax situation.

Denver Nuggets News / Total Pro Sports / May 29

Report: Denver Nuggets Expected to Trade Key Rotation Player in Move to Reshape Roster

The Denver Nuggets enter the offseason facing a difficult balancing act, and it appears at least one notable rotation player could be on the move. After a disappointing first-round playoff exit, Denver must address its financial situation while also finding a way to retain rising forward Peyton Watson.

Christian Braun News / Denver Nuggets on SI / May 29

Would the Nuggets Rather Trade Cam Johnson or Christian Braun?

The Denver Nuggets have some big roster decisions to make this offseason, and the biggest talking point around the franchise is about Peyton Watson's future.

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The most unlikely 50-point games in NBA history

If an NBA player ends a game with 30 points, that's generally a great night. 40 points is fantastic, and 50 points is an event. That's especially true when that type of scoring outburst comes from an unexpected source.

Denver Nuggets News / Hoops Wire / May 29

NBA Notes: Nuggets, Peyton Watson, Sixers, Quentin Grimes, Lakers

The Nuggets are expected to make a strong effort to keep restricted free agent Peyton Watson despite concerns about the hamstring injuries that hampered him throughout the season.

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Peyton Watson News / Denver Nuggets on SI / May 28

What an NBA Scout Says About the Nuggets' Peyton Watson Dilemma

The Denver Nuggets have a key free agent on their hands this offseason in the form of Peyton Watson. After a breakout fourth season in Denver, Watson is eyeing a big payday to come his way as he becomes a restricted free agent.

Peyton Watson News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 28

Nuggets rumors: Rival scout takes shot at ownership over Peyton Watson conundrum

With people wondering what the offseason of the Denver Nuggets will look like after a disappointing exit in the NBA Playoffs, the one player whose future is up in the air is Peyton Watson.

Nikola Jokic News / Denver Nuggets on SI / May 29

Nuggets' 2027 Championship Odds Are Out–– Too High or Too Low?

While this year's NBA playoffs are still in motion without a league champion to be determined just yet––or even a Western Conference champion, for that matter––it hasn't stopped the sportsbooks from releasing their title odds for the 2026-27 season on the horizon.

Denver Nuggets News / Denver Nuggets on SI / May 28

Nuggets Have More Roster Holes to Fill This Offseason Than It Seems

The Denver Nuggets are coming off a 54-win season, and despite being eliminated in the first round of the playoffs, there are reasons to hold out hope for their chances of getting back into title contention next season.

Aaron Gordon News / Denver Nuggets on SI / May 27

Why Now Is the Perfect Time for Nuggets to Trade Aaron Gordon

Heading into the 2026 NBA offseason, the Denver Nuggets are at a crossroads. They're fresh off a first-round exit to the Minnesota Timberwolves. They're over $15 million above the luxury tax line with moves to be made to get under that number.

Jonas Valanciunas News / Hoops Wire / May 27

NBA Notes: Jazz, No. 2 pick, Nuggets, Jonas Valanciunas, Blazers

The Jazz may hear trade chatter involving the No. 2 overall pick over the next several weeks, but Tony Jones of The Athletic believes the franchise’s decision should actually be pretty simple.

Denver Nuggets News / Denver Nuggets on SI / May 27

Three Reasons the Nuggets Will Bounce Back in the 2026-27 Season

The Denver Nuggets have arguably been the most accomplished team in the Western Conference over the past eight seasons. The Nuggets have won 46 or more games in eight consecutive seasons, headlined by a championship in 2023 with three-time MVP Nikola Jokic leading the charge.

David Adelman News / Denver Nuggets on SI / May 27