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Nuggets Hit With New Injury Ahead of Heat Matchup

The Denver Nuggets have a new name of mention on ther injury report facing the Miami Heat. According to the Nuggets' latest injury report update, Julian Strawther has been listed as probable with low back pain.

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Examining if Nuggets Missed the Boat on Russell Westbrook

In the 2024 NBA offseason, veteran point guard Russell Westbrook chose to sign a two-year deal with the Denver Nuggets in hopes of competing for a championship while giving his new team some much-needed guard depth.

Jamal Murray News / The Lead / November 5

Is Jamal Murray Going to Make His Contract Extension Worth It?

Jamal Murray’s new $207.8 million extension landed like a thunderclap in Denver, a five-year gamble that makes him the NBA’s 20th-highest-paid player at $46.3 million this season alone.

Bruce Brown News / Denver Nuggets on SI / November 5

Bruce Brown Addresses Lu Dort's Reputation With NBA Referees

The Denver Nuggets were able to bounce back from a loss to take down the Sacramento Kings on Monday night, and 29-year-old guard Bruce Brown made a huge difference off the bench.

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How many of the 25 NBA players to score at 30 points and grab 10 rebounds in at least 100 games in their NBA career can you name in five minutes?

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Denver Nuggets News / Denver Nuggets on SI / November 4

Nikola Jokic Shows Love to Russell Westbrook After Return Game in Denver

The Denver Nuggets hosted the Sacramento Kings on Monday night, as a few players took on their former team for the first time since a bunch of change-ups over the offseason.

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The 25 most notable one-time NBA All-Stars

The all-time list of NBA All-Stars is obviously long, and notably distinguished. However, there are some players — for various reasons — who the casual, or even most-dedicated, NBA fans can't recall having earned All-Star nods.

Nikola Jokic News / Denver Nuggets on SI / November 4

Nikola Jokic Backs Nuggets' Cam Johnson Amid Early Struggles

The Denver Nuggets' big addition from this offseason, Cam Johnson, hasn't quite gotten off to a hot start during his first few games with his new squad.

Denver Nuggets News / Denver Nuggets on SI / November 4

Tim Hardaway Jr. Reveals What He’s Learned Since Joining Nuggets

Within the Denver Nuggets' first few games of the new season upon starting off 4-2, one offseason addition has already made their presence felt in a big way through his initial sample size, that being veteran free agent signing Tim Hardaway Jr.

Denver Nuggets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 4

Nuggets’ Nikola Jokic nearly took Domantas Sabonis’ head off with laser assist to Aaron Gordon

Denver Nuggets superstar big man Nikola Jokic can be pretty unfair to deal with on the court for opposing teams. Despite his utter lack of athleticism and speed, Jokic makes up for those with the many other brilliant things he does with the basketball — perhaps none better than his ability to find his teammates.

David Adelman News / Denver Nuggets on SI / November 4

David Adelman Addresses Cam Johnson's Shooting Woes for Nuggets

The first few games of Cam Johnson's time with the Denver Nuggets haven't quite panned out as expected. Through six games on the season, Johnson has started off his tenure in the Mile High struggling on the offensive end— averaging just 8.5 points on 40.0% shooting from the field, and a collective 25.0% from three.

Russell Westbrook News / Denver Nuggets on SI / November 4

Russell Westbrook Breaks Silence on Decision to Leave Nuggets

The Denver Nuggets picked up a much-needed win over the Sacramento Kings on Monday night, but the six-point victory did not come easy. In fact, former Nugget Russell Westbrook gave Denver all they could handle.

NBA News / EssentiallySports / November 4

Cameras Reveal Russell Westbrook’s Actual Relationship With Nikola Jokic After Confirming Nuggets Betrayal

This offseason, two names dominated NBA chatter, Jonathan Kuminga and Russell Westbrook and somehow, their fates seemed oddly intertwined. After a strong year with the Denver Nuggets, Westbrook turned down his $3.4 million player option for the 2025–26 season, betting on himself once again.

Denver Nuggets News / Hardwood Heroics / November 4

'They Don’t Want Me, That’s Ok' – Former Denver Nuggets Guard Gets Brutally Honest on Leaving the Team Last Summer

Before joining the Sacramento Kings this year, Russell Westbrook was having a solid 2024-25 campaign as the Denver Nuggets’ sixth man. According to the one-time league MVP, his surprising decision to decline his $3.5 million player option to leave the team was not his choice.

Nikola Jokic News / Total Apex Sports / November 4

Jokic’s Masterclass Powers Denver Nuggets Past Kings in Thrilling 130-124 Showdown

There’s something almost unfair about watching Nikola Jokic operate at full throttle. Monday night at Ball Arena, the Denver Nuggets’ big man delivered a clinic that left the Sacramento Kings scrambling for answers and the home crowd of 19,653 roaring their approval.

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NBA News / Denver Nuggets on SI / November 3

3 Key Takeaways From Nuggets' Bounce-Back Win vs. Kings

The Denver Nuggets suffered a crushing loss to the Portland Trail Blazers on Friday night that ended with some controversial calls, but they were able to bounce back by picking up a commanding win over the Sacramento Kings on Monday night.

Denver Nuggets News / Field Level Media / November 3

Nikola Jokic (34), Nuggets maintain dominance of Kings

Nikola Jokic scored a season-high 34 points to go with 14 assists, Christian Braun added a season-best 21 points and the host Denver Nuggets held off the Sacramento Kings 130-124 on Monday night.

Denver Nuggets News / The SportsRush / November 3

Carmelo Anthony Clears The Air On ‘Beef’ Rumors With Nikola Jokic Over Number 15 Jersey

Nikola Jokic has already cemented himself as the best Denver Nuggets player in history, winning three MVPs and bringing Championship glory to the Mile High City.

Denver Nuggets News / The Lead / November 3

Nuggets Reporter Vic Lombardi’s Path to Sports Media Stardom

For over 30 years, Vic Lombardi has been a staple in sports media. Between his days as a sports anchor and his time covering the Denver Nuggets at Altitude Sports, Lombardi has seen it all.

Christian Braun News / Last Word On Sports / November 3

How the Nuggets’ Choices on Braun Led to His Big Extension

Nuggets fans had plenty to celebrate at the start of the season when Christian Braun signed a five-year, $125 million extension. The deal effectively locked in Denver’s core four for the Nikola Jokic era alongside Jamal Murray and Aaron Gordon.

Denver Nuggets News / Total Apex Sports / November 1

Blazers Stun Denver Nuggets in Dramatic 109-107 Finish

PORTLAND, Ore. — Sometimes the game comes down to two free throws and ice in your veins. Friday night at the Moda Center vs the Denver Nuggets, Jerami Grant had both.

Denver Nuggets News / Last Word On Sports / October 31

Nikola Jokić is Chasing an All-Time Record

The Denver Nuggets have gotten off to an incredibly hot start to the 2025-26 season. Through four games, they are 3-1 and have built one of the league’s best offenses thus far.

Jamal Murray News / Athlon Sports / October 30

Nuggets Announce Jamal Murray News on Thursday

The Denver Nuggets are on a roll, winning three straight games after losing their regular season opener. While superstar Nikola Jokic has gotten off to a strong start, so has Jamal Murray, Denver’s point guard.

Denver Nuggets News / The Lead / October 30

What Do the Nuggets Need to Do to Win Another NBA Title?

There’s no doubt that the Nuggets are one of the best teams in the NBA. With the best player in the world in Nikola Jokic, and with possibly the best starting five in the league, they’re a force to be reckoned with.

Denver Nuggets News / Yardbarker / October 30

Jokic on cusp of a streak never achieved in 79-year NBA history

Nikola Jokic on the cusp of a streak never achieved in 79-year NBA history

Jokic on Wednesday became the third player ever to start a season with four consecutive triple-doubles, joining Oscar Robertson (1961-62) and Russell Westbrook (2020-21) in exclusive company.

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