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On YouTubeJamal Murray News / The Lead / May 13
Where Was Playoff Jamal Murray?
For years, Jamal Murray built a reputation as one of the NBA’s top playoff risers. Throughout multiple postseason runs with the Denver Nuggets, Murray consistently elevated his play in high-pressure situations. However, during Denver’s disappointing first-round exit against the Minnesota Timberwolves, this version of Murray never appeared.
Marcus Smart News / Denver Nuggets on SI / May 13
Nuggets Must Target Marcus Smart if He Hits Free Agency
After a humbling first-round exit to the Minnesota Timberwolves at the end of last month, the Denver Nuggets enter a pivotal offseason ahead where this roster will need some real tune-ups and adjustments in order to get this operation back on track in time for the 2026-27 campaign.
Denver Nuggets News / NBA Draft on SI / May 12
Assessing the Denver Nuggets' Biggest Need at the 2026 NBA Draft
Is the Denver Nuggets' championship window closing amid a first-round playoff exit this season? That's a legitimate question to consider, as they've suffered disappointment in the postseason since winning it all in 2023.
The 'Active NBA double-double leaders' quiz
How many of the active players in the NBA with at least 100 double-doubles in their career can you name in six minutes?
Paul Pierce News / Denver Nuggets on SI / May 12
NBA Legend Paul Pierce Has Bold Advice for Nuggets' Offseason
The 2026 offseason could get crazy across the NBA, with the Denver Nuggets one of many teams expected to shake things up after a disappointing first-round playoff exit.
The 25 best rookie seasons in NBA history
Rookies are exciting for teams and their fans because they represent potential, hope for the future. While it can take years to see how a prospect will pan out, sometimes it clicks right away.
Peyton Watson News / The Lead / May 12
Can Peyton Watson and the Nuggets Find Room For Each Other?
The 2026 NBA Playoffs ended on an incredibly sour note for the Denver Nuggets. The Nuggets went into the playoffs as a favorite for the championship. Nevertheless, they lost in the first round to a short-handed Minnesota Timberwolves team that was without superstar Anthony Edwards and sharpshooter Donte DiVincenzo.
Denver Nuggets News / Hoops Wire / May 12
Nuggets open to ‘running it back,’ but could move a starter
The Nuggets keep saying “run it back.” That doesn’t mean standing still. President Josh Kroenke made that clear at his end-of-season session. Same idea.
David Adelman News / Denver Nuggets on SI / May 12
Why Nuggets Keeping David Adelman Could Pay Off
Despite what would be some loud chatter around David Adelman's job security following the Denver Nuggets' first-round exit to the Minnesota Timberwolves, the team has decided they'll be keeping their head coach around for another season.
Jamal Murray News / Denver Nuggets on SI / May 12
What It Would Take for the Nuggets to Trade Jamal Murray
The Denver Nuggets front office is not ready to commit to a game plan for the 2026 offseason, as Josh Kroenke said that "everything is gonna be on the table, outside of trading Nikola [Jokic]." However, he also suggested that "running it back" is still a possibility.
Denver Nuggets News / Denver Nuggets on SI / May 11
Nuggets NBA Mock Draft Roundup: Who's Denver's Pick at No. 26?
The Denver Nuggets hold the 26th overall pick in June's 2026 NBA Draft. While there is certainly a chance the front office uses the pick as a trade piece, they also have the option to add a young, instant-impact talent on a rookie contract, which could actually be ideal.
Giannis Antetokounmpo News / Denver Nuggets on SI / May 11
Why Nuggets Had No Path to Giannis Antetokounmpo at Trade Deadline
With the bulk of the NBA offseason drawing closer, it has come some buzzing Giannis Antetokounmpo trade rumors linking the two-time league MVP and Finals MVP to a move from the Milwaukee Bucks that has had chatter persisting for some time now–– even dating back to February's trade deadline.
The 25 best No. 2 overall draft picks in NBA history
The No. 1 pick is the prize of the draft. That's obvious, but sometimes, the second pick can be almost, or even more, valuable. These are the greatest No.
Kevin Durant News / Denver Nuggets on SI / May 11
Nuggets Could Have Perfect Opportunity to Trade for Kevin Durant
It is hard to pass up on the opportunity to create a duo with 24 combined All-Star appearances and four combined MVP awards. This offseason, the Denver Nuggets could create an ultra-dynamic, superstar-powered tandem of Nikola Jokic and Kevin Durant.
Denver Nuggets News / Denver Nuggets on SI / May 10
Nuggets' Northwest Division Will Be a Gauntlet in 2026
The Denver Nuggets are facing a bitter reality headed into next season: the talent around them in their own division is getting better and better–– to the point where there's now a real case for all five teams in the mix to find their way to a playoff bid this time next year.
Peyton Watson News / Denver Nuggets on SI / May 10
Nuggets Cannot Make a Mistake With Peyton Watson's Free Agency
The Denver Nuggets have a handful of big decisions to make this offseason, headlined by Nikola Jokic's potentially historic contract extension. One move in free agency, however, could change the trajectory of next season's team and beyond.
Denver Nuggets News / Denver Nuggets on SI / May 10
Nuggets Ownership's Proposal of Running It Back Misses the Point
During the Denver Nuggets' end-of-season media with president Josh Kroenke, exec duo Ben Tenzer and Jon Wallace, and head coach David Adelman, there came some interesting comments from Kroenke surrounding some plans that could be in play for this roster in a pivotal offseason ahead.
Denver Nuggets News / Denver Nuggets on SI / May 9
Ranking the Most Disappointing Players on the Nuggets This Season
The Denver Nuggets ended their season via a sobering first-round exit to the Minnesota Timberwolves in what might be their most disappointing fashion since winning the championship back in 2023.
Denver Nuggets News / Denver Nuggets on SI / May 9
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.
Denver Nuggets News / Denver Nuggets on SI / May 9
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.
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
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.
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 / 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.
Nikola Jokic News / Yardbarker / May 1
What's next for Nikola Jokic, Nuggets after stunning collapse vs. Timberwolves?
Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets suffered an embarrassing playoff series loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves in six games. Minnesota was without star guard Anthony Edwards and Donte DiVincenzo for multiple games due to injuries, yet the Nuggets failed to capitalize on the Timberwolves' setbacks.
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