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EuroLeague team promises to sign Nikola Jokic, reveals contract buyout attempt was rejected

A EuroLeague franchise owner has made it his mission to bring Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic to Europe on his franchise. Jokic spent three years playing in Europe for MegaBasket in Serbia, but that team never qualified to play in the premier EuroLeague.

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Peyton Watson Rumors Gain Momentum As Cavaliers Emerge As 'Serious' Candidate

The Peyton Watson offseason saga has gradually become one of the defining storylines for the Denver Nuggets this summer. There has been a clear indication from the Nuggets to retain the gifted 23-year-old forward.

Nikola Jokic News / Hoops Wire / August 10

Nuggets may be asking Nikola Jokic to cover up same old problem

The Nuggets still have Nikola Jokic, which means they still have a chance. Sometimes it really is that simple. But Denver’s offseason raises another question: How much are the Nuggets still asking Jokic to fix simply by being Nikola Jokic?

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Cameron Johnson News / The Lead / August 10

Cameron Johnson’s Breakout Season Is Coming in Denver

Last season was, without a doubt, a disappointing one for Denver fans. They lost in the first round, and many of their players failed to reach expectations. As a result, fans expected some shake-ups this offseason, but it looks like the Nuggets will mostly be retaining their core.

Nikola Jokic News / Field Level Media / August 10

Panathinaikos owner claims he's trying to lure Nikola Jokic to Greece

Could three-time NBA Most Valuable Player Nikola Jokic suit up for a professional team in Greece in 2027-28? Well, if Panathinaikos Basketball Club owner Dimitrios Giannakopoulos had his way, Jokic would be playing for his team this coming season.

Peyton Watson News / Hoops Wire / August 10

Cavs now viewed as ‘serious’ candidate to land Peyton Watson

The Cavaliers’ pursuit of Peyton Watson apparently has moved beyond merely kicking the tires. ESPN’s Dave McMenamin said Monday on NBA Today that Cleveland is considered a legitimate threat to land the Nuggets restricted free agent.

Denver Nuggets News / Larry Brown Sports / August 10

EuroLeague owner is ‘very serious’ about trying to sign Nikola Jokic

Nikola Jokic can become a free agent next summer. If he does, he sounds likely to have an unexpected contract offer on the table.

Lakers tied to prime buyout candidate to pair with Luka Doncic

Lakers' Jonathan Kuminga dream faces two competitors

Lakers have one condition to trade Austin Reaves

Clippers could run out clock on Kawhi Leonard investigation

Warriors would face multiple problems in trying to trade Jimmy Butler

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The 25 best NBA players to never play in college

Typically, the path to the NBA for most players is to spend at least a season in college to get high-level basketball and important development under their belts.

Peyton Watson News / Denver Nuggets on SI / August 10

Evaluating Every Scenario for Peyton Watson and the Nuggets This Offseason

NBA training camp kicks off in about a month and a half, and while most teams around the league have their rosters set, the Denver Nuggets are still working out a tricky situation.

NBA News / Fadeaway World / August 10

Nuggets Could Land Klay Thompson And A First-Round Pick Without Giving Up Peyton Watson In Trade Deal With Mavericks

The Denver Nuggets basically spent this entire offseason wrestling with one really annoying problem: how do you keep Peyton Watson without making an already second-apron roster even more of a headache?

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Ben Simmons News / Denver Nuggets on SI / August 10

Nuggets Could Benefit From Taking Chance on Ben Simmons

Ben Simmons is eyeing a potential NBA return heading into next season. According to NBA insider Marc J. Spears, Simmons has seen several teams express interest in him as a potential signing, with one team even extending a camp invite his way.

Denver Nuggets News / TWSN / August 9

The Denver Nuggets Got the Steal of the 2026 NBA Offseason

The Denver Nuggets signed Walker to a one-year, USD 3.3 million contract that enables Walker to play for the 2026-27 season. Despite last playing in the NBA in 2024-25, he played for Maccabi Tel Aviv in the EuroLeague, averaging 15.2 points, 2.5 rebounds, and 2.3 assists last season.

Denver Nuggets News / Fadeaway World / August 9

5 Major Issues The Nuggets Have Ahead Of 2026-27 NBA Season

The Denver Nuggets have arguably the best basketball player on the planet, and that alone guarantees they’ll enter every season with championship aspirations.

Denver Nuggets News / Denver Nuggets on SI / August 9

What Nuggets’ Most Likely Final Move of the Offseason Could Be

The Denver Nuggets' offseason still has some key storylines to resolve before their work on the roster can be considered complete heading into next season.

Peyton Watson News / Denver Nuggets on SI / August 9

Nuggets' Top Three Trade Candidates If They Re-Sign Peyton Watson

The Denver Nuggets are stuck in a tough spot this offseason, and while it seems inescapable, there are some ways out of it. After re-signing Spencer Jones to a two-year, $12 million deal, the Nuggets jumped into the second apron, and with restricted free agent Peyton Watson yet to make a decision, their situation could get even worse.

Nikola Jokic News / Denver Nuggets on SI / August 8

NBA Legend Dan Issel Sends Clear Message to Nuggets About Nikola Jokic

The Denver Nuggets have had a quiet 2026 offseason, despite constant rumors circulating about restricted free agent Peyton Watson, and many fans are concerned that the franchise is not trying hard enough to compete for a title.

Steph Curry News / Lindy's Sports / August 8

Denver Nuggets Should Go All-In On Stephen Curry

The Denver Nuggets won the NBA Championship in 2023, but things have not gone great for them since then, despite having arguably the most dominant player in the NBA today, three-time NBA MVP Nikola Jokic, leading the charge.

Denver Nuggets News / Denver Nuggets on SI / August 8

Why DeMar DeRozan Could Be the Nuggets' Replacement for Peyton Watson

As most of the NBA moves on with the 2026 offseason, the Denver Nuggets are stuck in a situation with restricted free agent Peyton Watson. The Nuggets and Watson are likely still far apart in contract negotiations, and the chances of the two sides agreeing on a sign-and-trade seem to be increasing.

NBA News / AirJordanChronicles / August 8

Peyton Watson’s Nuggets Future Thrown Into Doubt After Latest Roster Move

Denver forward Peyton Watson was considered one of the most coveted restricted free agents heading into this offseason, but it appears that just one new addition to the roster now puts the future of his career with the team in question.

DeMar DeRozan News / Fadeaway World / August 7

DeMar DeRozan Linked To Denver Nuggets As Potential Veteran Addition

While most of the biggest names are already off the board, several prominent names remain available on the free agent market. One such player is veteran swingman DeMar DeRozan, who was recently waived by the Kings after just two seasons with the team.

NBA News / Yardbarker / August 6

Peyton Watson saga takes poor turn after Nuggets sign outcast

Peyton Watson saga takes negative turn after Nuggets sign NBA outcast

With Watson still unsigned, the Nuggets made a small yet surprising addition this week, one that may not bode well for the one-time champion's return to Ball Arena.

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Denver Nuggets News / HITC / August 6

How much it will cost fans to try out for Denver Nuggets’ G-League team revealed

The Denver Nuggets’ G-League team, the Grand Rapids Gold allow people to try out for their G-League team for a set price. Making it to the NBA is by no means a financially affordable endeavour.

Denver Nuggets News / The Lead / August 5

Worst Case Scenario For the Denver Nuggets’ 2026 Season

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Jalen Pickett News / Hoops Rumors / August 5

Jalen Pickett, Clippers Agree To Two-Way Deal

The Clippers and free agent guard Jalen Pickett have reached an agreement on a two-way contract, league sources tell Michael Scotto of HoopsHype (Twitter link).

Zeke Nnaji News / Yardbarker / July 30

Ill-fated Zeke Nnaji contract continues to haunt Nuggets

Even without a resolution to Peyton Watson's restricted free agency, the Denver Nuggets are the lone NBA team above the second luxury tax apron. That's in part thanks to an ill-fated extension they gave a big man who has averaged 3.4 points and 2.1 rebounds over the life of his deal.

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