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Nuggets expected to make huge changes after their playoff loss

The Denver Nuggets are likely to look very different next season after their early exit from the NBA Playoffs. ESPN’s Shams Charania reported Sunday that the Nuggets and Nikola Jokic both expect to finalize a 4-year max extension for the star center once he becomes eligible to sign in July.

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Nuggets expected to retain coach David Adelman

The season didn’t end the way the Nuggets imagined. Not after 54 wins. Not after a 12-game winning streak entering the playoffs. Then it just stopped. Denver ran into a Minnesota defense that knocked it out of rhythm, and suddenly, even Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray looked human.

Nikola Jokic News / Hoops Wire / May 3

Nuggets to again spend summer seeking help for Nikola Jokic

The Nuggets are out. Earlier than anyone expected. Now comes the hard part. Denver has to figure out what this looks like beyond Nikola Jokic. That’s been the question for a while.

Denver Nuggets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 3

Nuggets rumors: The most likely player traded this offseason

After the Denver Nuggets’ disappointing first-round exit in the NBA Playoffs, losing in six games to the Minnesota Timberwolves, the team potentially is in line to make some team-altering moves.

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The 'Active 30-point playoff games' quiz

How many of the active NBA players with at least 10 30-point games in the postseason can you name in five minutes?

The '1,000 double-figure NBA games' quiz

The '25 points in less than 30 minutes' quiz

The 'Most 30-point playoff games by team' quiz

Peyton Watson News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 3

Nuggets rumors: Peyton Watson could get $30 million a year bonanza in free agency

Recently, the Denver Nuggets’ 2025-26 season came to a catastrophic end with a brutal Game 6 loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves, playing without several key players.

NBA News / Yardbarker

The 25 greatest playoff games in NBA history

In the NBA, it's all about showing up and showing out in the posteason. With that in mind, here are the 25 greatest NBA playoff games of all time.

Aaron Gordon News / Denver Nuggets on SI / May 3

3 Realistic Aaron Gordon Destinations for Amid Nuggets Trade Rumors

The Denver Nuggets could be in play to enter some difficult trade conversations revolving around Aaron Gordon in the coming months. According to Bennett

Denver Nuggets News / Total Pro Sports / May 3

Denver Nuggets Facing Major Roster Shakeup as Key Starter Could be Sacrificed This Offseason

The Denver Nuggets walked off into silence while the Minnesota Timberwolves celebrated just feet away. That first-round loss hit different, completely exposing the cracks.

Denver Nuggets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 3

Has Nuggets’ title window closed? Inside next steps with Nikola Jokic, Jamal Murray, Aaron Gordon

As confetti filled Ball Arena in Denver and the final buzzer sounded on June 12, 2023, Nikola Jokic captured all his emotions in an iconic message that

David Adelman News / Denver Nuggets on SI / May 3

David Adelman's Future as Nuggets Head Coach Is Becoming Clear

The Denver Nuggets finished their 2025-26 regular season with a 54-28 record and in third place in the Western Conference. Despite dealing with a slew of significant injuries, they ended the regular season on a 12-game winning streak, and things were trending in the right direction.

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The 25 defining moments of LeBron James' career

LeBron's career can't go on forever, can it? If it were to end tomorrow, it would be the greatest run of sustained excellence the league has ever seen.

David Adelman News / Total Pro Sports / May 3

David Adelman’s Future With Denver Nuggets Gets Clarity Amid Growing Questions

The Denver Nuggets saw their season winding down in one of the most dramatic ways possible for the season. Though they have been staring at many unanswered questions, one question appears to have an early answer- whether David Adelman is likely to remain at the helm.

NBA News / Fadeaway World / May 2

Michael Porter Jr. Hilariously Trolls Former Teammate Peyton Watson Amid Peak Trade Rumors

Former Nuggets swingman Michael Porter Jr. says he’s moved on from his trade out of Denver, but that doesn’t mean he won’t seize an opportunity for payback in light of their recent downfall.

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The '5 3's on 50% shooting playoff games' quiz

The 'Playoff scoring record by team' quiz

The 'Active 20-PPG NBA seasons' quiz

The 'Most 3's in a playoff game by team' quiz

NBA News / Yardbarker / May 2

Michael Porter Jr., Bones Hyland delight in Nuggets' downfall

The Denver Nuggets suffered a disastrous first-round defeat to the Minnesota Timberwolves, who defeated them in six games despite losing their top three guards to injuries.

Jaden McDaniels backs up his trash talk with magnificent Game 6 performance

No Anthony Edwards, no problem: McDaniels is the Timberwolves' man

Jamal Murray's awful night sends Nuggets home in six games

Another playoff exit leaves a stain on Nikola Jokic's legacy

Charles Barkley has strong opinion about Timberwolves' chances against Spurs

The '20 PPG during the 2020-21 NBA season' quiz

Denver Nuggets News / Larry Brown Sports / May 2

Major update emerges about Nuggets coach David Adelman’s future

David Adelman apparently still has some wiggle room in Denver. The “early sense” is that the Denver Nuggets head coach Adelman will be returning for another season in charge, Bennett Durando of The Denver Post reported on Saturday.

Nikola Jokic News / Hoops Wire / May 2

Nuggets, Nikola Jokic expected to work on contract extension

The Nuggets are expected to take care of their biggest priority this offseason. Denver and Nikola Jokic are anticipated to work toward a contract extension this summer, according to Shams Charania of ESPN.

Christian Braun News / Denver Nuggets on SI / May 2

Are the Nuggets Already Regretting $125 Million Christian Braun Decision?

Despite having immense expectations heading into the 2025-26 season, the Denver Nuggets fell very short with a first-round playoff exit. To make matters worse, they are stuck in a tough financial spot moving forward.

Denver Nuggets News / Hoops Rumors / May 2

Nikola Jokic Expected To Sign Offseason Extension

Nikola Jokic is expected to sign an extension with the Nuggets this summer, ESPN’s Shams Charania stated Friday in an appearance on The Stephen A. Smith Show (YouTube link, hat tip to Real GM).

Jamal Murray News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 2

Jamal Murray shoulders the blame for Nuggets’ disappointing first round exit

The Denver Nuggets’ season came to an abrupt end Thursday night with a 110-98 loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves in Game 6. The first-round elimination was Denver’s first since 2022, marking a disappointing end for a team that captured the franchise’s first championship just three years ago.

Denver Nuggets News / Denver Nuggets on SI / May 2

3 Nuggets Trade Candidates Who Could Be Unexpectedly Dealt

The Denver Nuggets are fresh off a first-round series loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves in six games, and now face an offseason with several possibilities on the table for how their roster shakes out come time for opening night next season.

Denver Nuggets News / AirJordanChronicles / May 2

'He Got Exposed': Kendrick Perkins Shreds Nikola Jokic’s Legacy After Playoff Exit

Despite being the difference in scrutinyshorthanded and without Anthony Edwards, the Minnesota Timberwolves upset the Denver Nuggets in the first round, who were led by three-time MVP Nikola Jokic. The exit has prompted questions about Jokic’s legacy.

Nikola Jokic News / HITC / May 2

Nikola Jokic falls short of breaking controversial playoff mark in Nuggets elimination

The Minnesota Timberwolves closed out their series against the Denver Nuggets with a 110-98 win last Thursday. Jaden McDaniels led the charge in a performance that secured a 4-2 series victory.

Denver Nuggets News / Larry Brown Sports / May 1

Report: Nuggets could trade one All-Star player this offseason

The Denver Nuggets may be looking at every possibility on the table after their first-round exit this year. Denver could potentially look to trade veteran guard Jamal Murray this offseason, Jason Quick and Sam Amick of The Athletic reported Friday.

Denver Nuggets News / Yardbarker / May 1

What's next for Nikola Jokic, Nuggets after stunning collapse vs. Timberwolves?

Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets suffered an embarrassing playoff series loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves in six games. Minnesota was without star guard Anthony Edwards and Donte DiVincenzo for multiple games due to injuries, yet the Nuggets failed to capitalize on the Timberwolves' setbacks.

Nikola Jokic knows who to blame for Nuggets' epic playoff collapse

Another playoff exit leaves a stain on Nikola Jokic's legacy

Jamal Murray's awful night sends Nuggets home in six games

The 'NBA yearly assist leaders' quiz

Denver Nuggets News / Athlon Sports / May 1

Nuggets May Have ‘Regret’ Over $125 Million Decision

The Nuggets ended their season with a first-round exit against the Timberwolves. While the loss is already taking a toll, new details suggest that decisions from last season have only added to the frustration.

Aaron Gordon News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 1

Nuggets rumors: Will Denver trade Aaron Gordon? Insiders debate offseason possibility

With the Denver Nuggets experiencing a series loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves in the first round of the NBA Playoffs, there’s no denying how disappointing the result of the season is for the team, which could lead to big changes.