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Young Nikola Jokic Once Called Posting Up LeBron James a 'Mismatch'

When the Denver Nuggets selected Nikola Jokic at No. 41 during a Taco Bell commercial in the 2014 NBA Draft, no one thought that Denver had drafted one of the greatest players of all time.

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Nikola Jokic Matches Historic NBA Mark With 2nd-Place MVP Finish

For the second straight year, Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic was beaten by Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander for the NBA MVP award.

Carmelo Anthony News / Denver Nuggets on SI / May 21

Carmelo Anthony Opens Up on His Favorite Nuggets Teammates

In the years following the tumultuous and infamous split between the Denver Nuggets and Carmelo Anthony in 2011, tensions have gradually begun to ease up a little for both sides, where there now seems to be at least some mutual respect between each.

Denver Nuggets News / Denver Nuggets on SI / May 21

Nuggets Two-Round Mock Draft: Denver Lands Two Versatile Prospects

The Denver Nuggets are in a position where they could attempt to go all-in this offseason as they look to get back to championship contention, but with two picks in the 2026 NBA Draft, they have the opportunity to add some valuable young talent.

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The '35-5-5 Conference Finals games' quiz

How many of the players to score 35 points, dish out five assists and haul in five rebounds in a Conference Final game at least once can you name in six minutes?

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Denver Nuggets News / The Lead / May 21

Who Should the Nuggets Trade For This Offseason?

After the Denver Nuggets’ first-round playoff exit, several flaws on the roster became impossible to ignore. Now comes the Nuggets’ offseason, and with that, plenty of tough decisions to make.

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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.

Peyton Watson News / Denver Nuggets on SI / May 21

Projecting Peyton Watson's Next Contract Value With Nuggets

While the Denver Nuggets head into this offseason with several tasks on their to-do list to get back to a true title contending team, the biggest box to check off will be centered around hashing out a new deal for restricted free agent Peyton Watson.

Nikola Jokic News / Denver Nuggets on SI / May 21

A Nikola Jokic Lineup Experiment Could Save the Nuggets Next Season

Three-time MVP Nikola Jokic is the best center in the NBA, but could he thrive in a different position? This season, we saw Denver Nuggets head coach David Adelman experiment a bit with Jokic, slotting him alongside Jonas Valanciunas in a two-center lineup, and it was surprisingly successful.

Denver Nuggets News / Denver Nuggets on SI / May 20

3 NBA Stars the Nuggets Can Cross Off Their Trade Wish List

The 2026 NBA offseason could be one of the most eventful in recent memory, with a slew of stars potentially on the move. With some of the league's biggest stars seemingly on the trade market this offseason, it is reasonable to assume the Denver Nuggets could get involved.

Nikola Jokic News / HITC / May 20

Kate Scott used Nikola Jokic to make a point Caitlin Clark critics keep missing

Caitlin Clark’s turnovers have become such a talking point that Kate Scott was right to urge people to relax. The criticism is not without basis. Clark is averaging 9.0 assists and 5.0 turnovers, and those mistakes are happening too often to ignore.

Denver Nuggets News / Denver Nuggets on SI / May 19

3 Nuggets Players Who Won't Be Going Anywhere This Offseason

Heading into this NBA offseason, much talk has revolved around the Denver Nuggets and their unpredictable offseason ahead, where many big roster changes could be in store.

NBA News / Denver Nuggets on SI / May 19

Nuggets May Have Checked In on LeBron James Ahead of Free Agency

The Denver Nuggets enter about as unpredictable of an offseason as they've seen in recent memory, coming fresh off a brutal first-round exit to the Minnesota Timberwolves, and could now be in line to make several moves in hopes of getting back to a championship-level core come next season.

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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 / Denver Nuggets on SI / May 19

Most Glaring Roster Hole the Nuggets Must Address in NBA Draft

The Denver Nuggets hold the No. 26 pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, and there is a chance for them to add a legitimate difference-maker in that position. While the history of the No.

Peyton Watson News / Denver Nuggets on SI / May 18

Ranking Nuggets' 3 Biggest Threats to Sign Peyton Watson

There might not be a more important situation on the horizon of this offseason for the Denver Nuggets than their pending restricted free agency for Peyton Watson.

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Jonas Valanciunas News / Denver Nuggets on SI / May 18

Why Jonas Valanciunas' Time With Nuggets Is Likely Over

The Denver Nuggets have a busy 2026 offseason ahead of them, with one of their priorities being to save money. The Nuggets are currently projected to be well over the second apron, and they will have all hands on deck looking to avoid paying an unnecessary tax.

Denver Nuggets News / Denver Nuggets on SI / May 18

Denver Nuggets' Projected 2026-27 Starting Lineup Before NBA Draft

There are certainly some question marks surrounding the Denver Nuggets this offseason, most notably, with the future of their core outside of three-time MVP Nikola Jokic.

Denver Nuggets News / HITC / May 18

Nikola Jokic misses MVP but joins Larry Bird and Bill Russell in impressive NBA mark

Nikola Jokic missed out on the 2025-26 NBA MVP award after Shai Gilgeous-Alexander won the race. The Oklahoma City Thunder guard finished comfortably ahead in first-place votes.

Jalen Pickett News / Denver Nuggets on SI / May 18

New Details Emerge About Jalen Pickett’s Future With Nuggets

Headed into this offseason, the Denver Nuggets will be looking to save money around the edges of their roster wherever possible. With the bill of their

Nikola Jokic News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 17

Where Nikola Jokic finished in final NBA MVP voting results for the Nuggets

The NBA’s Most Valuable Player for the second consecutive season is Oklahoma City’s Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. That is not a surprise because the Thunder had the best record in the league and Gilgeous-Alexander was their best player and leader once again.

Denver Nuggets News / Denver Nuggets on SI / May 17

Nuggets Salary Dumps Worth Exploring on Trade Market

The Denver Nuggets are a premier candidate this offseason to make some tough financial decisions around the edges of their roster. According to Bennett Durando of The Denver Post, the focus of this coming Nuggets offseason may revolve around "cost-cutting" moves against the cap that might even involve a "starting-level" player.

Tari Eason News / Denver Nuggets on SI / May 17

Three Nuggets Standouts Could Be on Lakers' Radar This Offseason

The Denver Nuggets could have a roster shake-up ahead of the 2026-27 season, and one Western Conference contender is arguably their biggest threat this offseason.

Denver Nuggets News / Hoops Wire / May 17

Nuggets face costly crossroads as roster decisions loom

The Nuggets may have a roster problem. Not because of talent. Because of money. Denver already has roughly $213.8 million committed to 10 players next season, pushing past the luxury tax and first apron, with the second apron not far behind.

Denver Nuggets News / Hoops Rumors / May 17

Nuggets Face Tough Decisions As Roster Becomes More Expensive

Cost-cutting could become the focus of the Nuggets‘ offseason plans, with possibly more than one “starter-level player” being moved in an effort to trim salary, writes Bennett Durando of The Denver Post.

Peyton Watson News / Hoops Wire / May 16

Lakers could target Nuggets’ Peyton Watson in free agency

The Lakers have some work to do. That much is clear after a second-round exit and a roster that still feels a piece or two away. Finding the right fit next to Luka Doncic will be priority No.

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.

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.