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David Adelman News / The Lead / October 15
David Adelman is Starting the Year on the Hot Seat
The Denver Nuggets enter the 2026-27 season in a strange spot. Having finished top four in the Western Conference in seven of the last eight years, Denver fans have developed a baseline expectation for their team.
Denver Nuggets News / Denver Nuggets on SI / October 15
3 Winners, 1 Loser From Nuggets' Preseason Loss vs. Clippers
To snap their two-game preseason win streak, the Denver Nuggets lost to the L.A. Clippers on Wednesday night, 122-110. The Nuggets have looked solid throughout the preseason so far, but Wednesday's performance was certainly not the best.
Julian Strawther News / Hoops Rumors / October 15
Nuggets’ Strawther To Undergo MRI After Injuring Leg
Nuggets guard Julian Strawther is set to undergo an MRI on Thursday after injuring his left leg during Wednesday’s preseason game vs. the Clippers in Los Angeles, head coach David Adelman told reporters, including Bennett Durando of The Denver Post (subscription required).
The 'NBA all-time scoring leaders' quiz
How many of the NBA's top 30 career scorers can you name in five minutes?
Denver Nuggets News / Hoops Rumors / October 15
Lonnie Walker Signs With Besiktas
Just three days after being waived by the Nuggets, veteran guard Lonnie Walker IV has lined up a new opportunity overseas, having signed a contract with Besiktas, according to announcements from the Turkish team and his agent Misko Raznatovic (Twitter links).
Every NBA team's X-factor for the 2026-27 season
Who is the X factor for every NBA player this season? We’re not talking about the go-to guy, like Nikola Jokic or Steph Curry. It could be a big-name player, an all-star, or a bench player, but they are the pivot point for their team.
Julian Strawther News / Denver Stiffs / October 15
Preseason brightspot Julian Strawther goes down in Nuggets’ preseason loss to the Clippers 
The Nuggets lost to the Los Angeles Clippers tonight in LA, but that’s not what anyone will be talking about tomorrow. Julian Strawther, who seemed to be turning a corner this preseason as he averaged an efficient 13.3 points-per-game off the bench went to the hardwood in the third with a knee injury that looked significant.
Nikola Jokic News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 15
Nuggets’ Nikola Jokic reveals where his insane behind-the-back preseason pass ranks
Denver Nuggets superstar Nikola Jokic has delivered countless spectacular assists throughout his NBA career, but one recent preseason pass might be his personal favorite.
Julian Strawther News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 15
Nuggets’ Julian Strawther exits game vs. Clippers with troubling injury
The Denver Nuggets visited the Los Angeles Clippers in the preseason at Intuit Dome on Wednesday, looking for their third win. The Nuggets had a concerning moment in the third quarter, as Julian Strawther appeared to have suffered a lower-body injury.
Nikola Jokic News / Fadeaway World / October 14
Denver Nuggets Are Feeling Internal Paranoia Over Nikola Jokic’s Future
The Denver Nuggets are only three years removed from their last title run, but their position is becoming increasingly precarious as they shift further and further into irrelevance.
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.
Denver Nuggets News / Denver Nuggets on SI / October 14
Three Nuggets Players With Something to Prove in Clippers Game
The Denver Nuggets are coming off two consecutive preseason wins to move to 2-1 in these exhibition matchups and are now heading into a meeting with the new-look L.A.
Denver Nuggets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 14
Nuggets rumors: John Hollinger claims ‘justifiable paranoia’ about Nikola Jokic contract despite assurances
After finishing second in the MVP race, Denver Nuggets All-Star Nikola Jokic could enter another MVP race as his max contract extension looms in 2026-27.
Nikola Jokic News / Denver Nuggets on SI / October 14
NBA Stars Admit Nikola Jokic Is the Toughest Player to Defend
The Denver Nuggets have the best offensive player in the NBA. Three-time MVP Nikola Jokic is one of the most complete offensive talents the league has ever seen, and opposing defenses are well aware of his impact.
David Adelman News / Hoops Wire / October 14
David Adelman admits he’s still figuring Nuggets’ bench bunch
David Adelman knows DeMar DeRozan will be part of the Nuggets’ second unit. Figuring out who belongs alongside him is taking a little more work. Denver’s coach is still sorting through his bench combinations, with two preseason games remaining and a preference to let the reserves handle their own minutes.
Nikola Jokic News / Denver Nuggets on SI / October 13
Nikola Jokic Admits One Thing Is Holding Nuggets Back From Title Contention
The Denver Nuggets were on top of the world when they won the NBA Finals in 2023. Led by Finals MVP Nikola Jokic, the Nuggets were optimistic they'd be hanging around title contention for years to come after their championship.
Julian Strawther News / Denver Nuggets on SI / October 13
Nuggets Are Running Out of Time to Decide Julian Strawther's Future
The Denver Nuggets have a limited young core, with six players younger than 25, four of whom were added to the roster this offseason. Of course, they are focused on competing for championships while three-time MVP Nikola Jokic is still in his prime, but keeping an eye on the future of the franchise is also key.
NBA News / Hoops Rumors / October 13
KJ Simpson Expected To Sign With Galatasaray
Former Nuggets guard KJ Simpson is expected to sign with the Turkish team Galatasaray, according to Semih Tuna of Eurohoops, confirming reporting from Can Bedel of Eski Açık (Twitter link).
Denver Nuggets News / EssentiallySports / October 13
Nuggets Cut 27-Year-Old Guard Who Returned From Israel After Earning NBA Training Camp Invite
The Denver Nuggets are making some tough roster moves leading up to the regular season. After signing Ryan Nembhard to a two-way contract and waiving KJ Simpson, they have officially waived Lonnie Walker IV from his non-guaranteed Exhibit 9 training camp contract.
NBA News / Fadeaway World / October 12
Nikola Jokic Names His NBA Mount Rushmore, Snubs LeBron James
Nikola Jokic recently spoke to SPORTbible after announcing his partnership with Sprite. In the conversation, he revealed the four players on his NBA Mount Rushmore and the players who have given him the hardest time on the court.
Lonnie Walker IV News / Hoops Wire / October 12
Nuggets waive veteran guard Lonnie Walker IV
The Nuggets have waived veteran guard Lonnie Walker IV, according to the NBA’s official transaction log. Walker had been in camp on a non-guaranteed deal, so Denver won’t carry any dead money from the move.
DeMar DeRozan News / Hoops Wire / October 12
DeMar DeRozan still finding his way in Nuggets’ offense
DeMar DeRozan can score. Nobody needs preseason basketball to prove that. The question for the Nuggets is how quickly they can make his style fit with everything else they already do.
Denver Nuggets News / Hoops Rumors / October 12
Nuggets Notes: Gordon, DeRozan, Strawther, Diallo
An encouraging sight for the Nuggets in Sunday’s win over Chicago was the health of Aaron Gordon, Vinny Bendetto of The Denver Gazette writes in a subscriber-only story.
Denver Nuggets News / The Lead / October 11
Jokic’s Unsigned Extension Looms Over Everything for the Nuggets
Many teams across the league are entering the upcoming 2026-27 season with high expectations. None of them are expected to deliver as much as the Denver Nuggets.
Julian Strawther News / The Lead / October 9
Can Julian Strawther Earn Another Contract in Denver?
Julian Strawther enters the 2026-27 season at a clear crossroads with the Denver Nuggets. The 24-year-old wing is eligible for a rookie-scale extension before the regular season begins, with the deadline falling around October 19.
DeMar DeRozan News / TWSN / October 8
The Denver Nuggets’ Plan for DeMar DeRozan Makes Perfect Sense
The Denver Nuggets have their clear role established already for DeMar DeRozan ahead of the 2026 NBA season. According to Ryan Blackburn, the Nuggets plan to use DeRozan off the bench to lead their second unit, a move that makes the most sense to give their second unit the foundational player they have been missing.
DeMar DeRozan News / EssentiallySports / October 6
DeMar DeRozan’s Career Takes Stunning Turn After 17 Years in the NBA As Nuggets Reveal New Plan
Entering his 18th season in the NBA, newly minted Denver Nuggets addition DeMar DeRozan is embracing a dramatic shift in his professional journey. Following
DeMar DeRozan News / Yardbarker / October 2
Nuggets already making smart business decision with DeMar DeRozan
The addition of DeRozan for the Denver Nuggets was a move that was as savvy as it was confounding.
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