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Jazz To Sign Tamar Bates To Two-Way Contract

The Jazz intend to sign free agent guard Tamar Bates to a two-way contract, reports Michael Scotto of HoopsHype (via Twitter). Bates became an unrestricted free agent in March when he was waived by the Nuggets.

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Projecting the Nuggets' Starting Lineup & Rotation After NBA Draft

The Denver Nuggets have officially crossed off their first major checkpoint of this offseason after moving past the 2026 NBA Draft, where they were able to add a couple of new young talents to the roster in the form of Trevon Brazile and Bryce Hopkins in the second round at picks 35 and 49, respectively.

Denver Nuggets News / Stadium Rant / June 26

The Nuggets’ Path To Success in 2027

The Denver Nuggets had a tough ending to the 2025-2026 season, losing in six games to their rivals, the Minnesota Timberwolves. There’s been a lot of speculation going on about how they should handle this offseason.

Spencer Jones News / Denver Nuggets on SI / June 26

Where Nuggets and Spencer Jones Stand Ahead of Free Agency

The Denver Nuggets had one of the best success stories in the NBA last season, as Spencer Jones went from a two-way contract to a playoff starter in the span of a few months.

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The 'Triple-Double leaders by team' quiz

How many of the players with the most career triple-doubles for every NBA franchise can you name in five minutes?

The 'Multiple 200 three-pointer seasons' quiz

The '30-point, 10-assist game leaders by team' quiz

The 'Three-point leaders by NBA season' quiz

Peyton Watson News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 26

Nuggets rumors: Denver ready to shell out $30 million a year for Peyton Watson, but trade needed

The Denver Nuggets are looking to regain status as a contender in the Western Conference, and a big part of that plan is to re-sign Peyton Watson who hit restricted free agency this offseason.

NBA News / Yardbarker

The 25 most impactful international NBA draft picks of all-time

The NBA is truly a global league. As such, there have been historical impacts left on the game by players of all walks of life. Some of the game's all-time

Denver Nuggets News / Denver Nuggets on SI / June 26

What Nuggets' 2026 Draft Picks Mean for Free Agency

The Denver Nuggets walked out of the 2026 NBA Draft with two new rookies, selecting Arkansas Razorbacks forward Trevon Brazile with the 35th pick and St.

Denver Nuggets News / Denver Nuggets on SI / June 25

3 Nuggets Players Whose Futures Became Less Certain After NBA Draft

The Denver Nuggets have officially wrapped up their two days of action in the 2026 NBA Draft by making one trade to move down and out of the first round, while also bringing in two new rookies within the frontcourt in Arkansas' Trevon Brazile and St.

NBA News / Yardbarker / June 25

Five NBA second-round picks who could contribute next season

Here are five second-round picks who could make a much bigger impact next season than their draft position suggests.

Why second-round NBA Draft pick Otega Oweh could be a steal for the Thunder

Winners, losers from first round of the NBA Draft: Michigan reigns supreme, Kings disappoint

The 'Active 200 3-pointer seasons' quiz

Denver Nuggets News / Denver Stiffs / June 24

Denver Nuggets select Bryce Hopkins with the 49th overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft

After making no selections in the first round of the 2026 NBA Draft, the Denver Nuggets picked two players tonight in the second round. The second player they selected was Bryce Hopkins out of St.

Denver Nuggets News / Denver Nuggets on SI / June 24

Grading the Nuggets' No. 49 Selection of St. John's F Bryce Hopkins

After deciding to trade down the board from their first round pick at No. 26 on Tuesday, the Denver Nuggets have landed on both of their second rounders on the following day.

Jaylen Brown News / Denver Nuggets on SI / June 24

Nuggets Have an Opportunity to Trade for Jaylen Brown–– But Should They?

It looks like there could be a real opportunity for teams around the league to look into the possibility of a Jaylen Brown trade with the Boston Celtics.

NBA News / Yardbarker

Every NBA team's best-ever second-round draft pick

In the NBA Draft, the first round is where teams look for players who could be stars or at least contribute right away. Then there's the second round, where the stakes are low and not much is expected.

Denver Nuggets News / Denver Nuggets on SI / June 24

What's Next for the Nuggets After NBA Draft Night Trade

The Denver Nuggets walked into the first night of the 2026 NBA Draft with the 26th overall pick. However, as many fans feared, they walked out without a new rookie.

Denver Nuggets News / Denver Nuggets on SI / June 24

6 Prospects the Nuggets Can Target in the 2nd Round of the NBA Draft

On the first night of the 2026 NBA Draft, the Denver Nuggets opted to trade out of their No. 26 pick in order to secure the No. 35 pick in the second round, pairing with their existing selection at 49, while also picking up two future seconds–– one in 2028, and another in 2031.

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NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 24

Nuggets, Spurs trade grades for 2026 NBA Draft deal

The first round of the NBA Draft didn’t have many surprises during the first half, but it was the second half that was full of trades. One of those trades happened to be toward the end of the round, when the Denver Nuggets traded the No.

Stan Kroenke News / EssentiallySports / June 24

Nuggets War Room Footage Shows Josh Kroenke’s Frustrated Retort to Front Office Member After Trading Their Draft Pick to Spurs

Before the draft, the Denver Nuggets needed forward depth, a defensive-minded big man, or a backup ball-handler. With $203 million in guaranteed money on the books for just eight players next season, drafting the right piece was crucial.

Denver Nuggets News / Denver Nuggets on SI / June 23

Latest Intel on How Nuggets Could Use Their No. 26 Pick

The Denver Nuggets will be on the clock in the 2026 NBA Draft soon enough, and while they have gone most of this year's draft cycle without letting much information out about their plans, we are finally getting a clear idea of what they have in mind.

Jonas Valanciunas News / Denver Nuggets on SI / June 23

The Writing Is on the Wall for Jonas Valanciunas' Nuggets, NBA Future

It's starting to look more and more like Denver Nuggets big man Jonas Valanciunas might not have only just spent his last season in the Mile High this past year, but it also might've marked his last season in the NBA entirely.

Denver Nuggets News / Denver Nuggets on SI / June 23

Nuggets' Last-Minute Pre-Draft Workout Signals Potential Plans at No. 26

Leading up to the 2026 NBA Draft, there hasn't been a ton of noise surrounding who the Denver Nuggets could have interest in with their 26th pick in the first round–– and there's only been a few reported pre-draft workouts hosted with players who would add up as a selection in that range.

Denver Nuggets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 21

Nuggets rumors: The draft trade package Denver is willing to discuss

With the Denver Nuggets preparing for the 2026 NBA Draft, which starts on Tuesday, the team could also be one to make a trade with its selections. As rumors surround the Nuggets on what moves they are trying to make, this NBA insider gives insight into the package that the franchise is willing to discuss.

Denver Nuggets News / Larry Brown Sports / June 19

Report: Nuggets could sign a very familiar player to Nikola Jokic

The Denver Nuggets are going back to the drawing board after a first round exit this year, and their first order of business could be to appease franchise center Nikola Jokic.

Denver Nuggets News / The Lead / June 18

What Are the Biggest Threats to Nuggets’ Championship Window?

It’s been just over three years since the Denver Nuggets’ first NBA championship. Since then, plenty has happened with the team. While Denver remains a contender with Nikola Jokić, the roster has seen immense changes since 2023.

Denver Nuggets News / The Lead / June 18

Which Free Agents Can Nuggets Pursue to Improve Bench?

The last few months have been rather odd for the Denver Nuggets. Denver entered the playoffs as true contenders, only to be comfortably defeated in the first round by an injury-ravaged Minnesota Timberwolves squad.

Peyton Watson News / Fadeaway World / June 18

Nuggets Face Dilemma Over Peyton Watson’s Free Agency

At the start of the 2025-26 season, the Denver Nuggets looked set to compete for the NBA title. Unfortunately, after crashing out of the playoffs in the second round, the Nuggets return to the drawing board with some serious questions about their roster, especially those regarding Peyton Watson.

Aaron Gordon News / Hoops Wire / June 14

Nuggets’ Aaron Gordon reportedly drawing trade interest

If the Nuggets end up making a significant trade this summer, rival teams apparently know where they’d like Denver to start: Aaron Gordon. According to Marc Stein of The Stein Line, Gordon has emerged as one of the most sought-after players on the Nuggets’ roster as teams around the league look for ways to improve heading into next season.

Nikola Jokic News / Hoops Wire / June 9

Nuggets expected to explore changes around Nikola Jokic

The Nuggets may be headed for a busy offseason. According to ESPN’s Shams Charania, Denver is expected to listen to trade inquiries on virtually every player not named Nikola Jokic as the organization searches for ways to maximize its championship window.