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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.

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THE DIG: 2025-26 Denver Nuggets Season Debrief, Part 1 | ft. Miroslav Ćuk and Jeremy Poley

In Part 1 of The Dig’s long-awaited reaction to the Nuggets’ 2025-26 season, Miroslav, Jeremy, and Nick get honest, raw, and naked(?) about where another disappointing outcome leaves a team that now seems to be well outside championship contention.

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.

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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

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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.

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.

Nikola Jokic News / Denver Nuggets on SI / May 17

Nikola Jokic Deserved More Recognition in MVP Race as SGA Takes It Home

The Denver Nuggets' 2025-26 season has now ended with more disappointment. ESPN's Shams Charania reports that Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has taken home the NBA MVP award for the second straight year, beating out Nuggets superstar Nikola Jokic.

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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 16

Free Agent Signings Nuggets Can Make to Bounce Back in 2026

The Denver Nuggets head into this offseason with a few lingering holes to fill before they can consider themselves right within the mix of top contenders in the Western Conference.

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.

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3 Realistic Cam Johnson Trade Suitors as Nuggets Rumors Swirl

The Denver Nuggets' front office is expected to have some big decisions to make this offseason, especially on the trade market. After their 2023 title run, the Nuggets have suffered two second-round exits and, most recently, a first-round exit.

Denver Nuggets News / Denver Nuggets on SI / May 16

Nuggets Could Get the 2026 NBA Draft's Biggest Steal at Pick No. 26

After a first-round playoff exit, the Denver Nuggets would love to have a better pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, but they will have to use No. 26 in an attempt to revamp their roster and turn things around next season.

Denver Nuggets News / Denver Nuggets on SI / May 15

One Nuggets Trade That Could Change Everything After Lottery

The Denver Nuggets enter a dangerously important offseason this summer, one where President Josh Kroenke has emphasized that "everything is on the table" to get this roster back on track to be a championship contender in the months ahead of next season.

Denver Nuggets News / Denver Nuggets on SI / May 15

Nuggets' 3 Best Trade Chips Who Could Be Moved This Offseason

The Denver Nuggets enter a crucial offseason to get right for the future of their franchise. Fresh off a humbling first-round loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves, it remains clear that this Nuggets roster is still a few steps away from championship contention.

Denver Nuggets News / Denver Nuggets on SI / May 15

What It Would Cost for the Nuggets to Trade Up in 2026 NBA Draft

The Denver Nuggets hold the No. 26 pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, and while there is some immediate speculation about the franchise using it in a trade, what if they use it to get a higher pick on draft night?

Denver Nuggets News / Denver Nuggets on SI / May 15

The Biggest Mistake Nuggets Can't Afford to Repeat This Offseason

Last offseason, the Denver Nuggets made a splash with four big additions. They added Bruce Brown, Tim Hardaway Jr., Cam Johnson, and Jonas Valanciunas into the mix, creating one of the deepest lineups in the NBA.

Denver Nuggets News / Denver Nuggets on SI / May 14

Nuggets Might Have Found Perfect NBA Draft Target at Combine

The Denver Nuggets might not be able to land a top prospect with the No. 26 pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, but they can certainly find a potential difference-maker.

Denver Nuggets News / Denver Nuggets on SI / May 14

All Future Nuggets Draft Picks & Protections in 2026, 2027 & Beyond

The Denver Nuggets' 2025-26 season is over, which means there's already a top focus placed on what's ahead this offseason, and their upcoming draft later next month.

Kawhi Leonard News / Denver Nuggets on SI / May 14

What a Nuggets-Kawhi Leonard Trade Would Look Like and Why It's Worth It

The Denver Nuggets could be gearing up to make a splash this offseason, and it could be the perfect time to do so. There are several stars around the league who could be on the trade block this summer, including big names like Giannis Antetokounmpo, Jaylen Brown, Kawhi Leonard, Joel Embiid, Jimmy Butler, and more.

Nikola Jokic News / Denver Nuggets on SI / May 14

What This Top Prospect Said About Nikola Jokic Is Telling

Despite an early elimination in the first round of this year's postseason, it's hard to discredit Denver Nuggets big man Nikola Jokic as anything less than one of the best, most dominant players in the game when he's firing on all cylinders on the offensive end.

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.