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2 Big Preseason Concerns the Nuggets Can't Afford to Ignore

The Denver Nuggets escaped their five-game preseason slate with three wins, but things were not as pretty as they would've liked. After handily beating the Los Angeles Lakers in their preseason finale, the Nuggets are likely a bit more comfortable heading into opening week.

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Nuggets Opening Night Rotation Prediction: Who's in, Who's Out

It is officially NBA opening week, and the Denver Nuggets are gearing up for what could be a championship-minded 2026-27 season. They open their season against the Oklahoma City Thunder on Thursday night, facing one of their biggest rivals over the past few years and the 2025 NBA champions, led by back-to-back MVP guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander.

Julian Strawther News / Field Level Media / October 17

Nuggets G/F Julian Strawther (knee) sidelined at least six weeks

Denver Nuggets swingman Julian Strawther will miss at least six weeks after suffering a left knee sprain during a preseason game last week. Strawther was injured Wednesday against the Los Angeles Clippers and helped off the court.

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The 'NBA all-time scoring leaders' quiz

How many of the NBA's top 30 career scorers can you name in five minutes?

The 'Most 30-point NBA games at 35+' quiz

The '20-point NBA games leaders' quiz

The 'NBA Playoff scoring record by team' quiz

Denver Nuggets News / Denver Nuggets on SI / October 17

Three Winners and Two Losers From Nuggets' Preseason Win vs. Lakers

The Denver Nuggets ended their 2026 preseason on a high note. After splitting their first four games, the Nuggets looked like the championship contender we all know they are capable of being on Friday night.

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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.

NBA News / Denver Stiffs / October 17

Denver Nuggets win final preseason contest 121-106 over the Los Angeles Lakers

The Denver Nuggets wrapped up the preseason with a 121-106 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers. Denver’s final preseason game was a showcase for the starters until a letdown at the end of the third quarter, but really Trevon Brazile had a wonderful proof of concept with the starters.

Denver Nuggets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 17

Nuggets’ Nikola Jokic makes the pass of the preseason on Trevon Brazile slam dunk

Another Denver Nuggets game, another out-of-this-world pass from Nikola Jokic. In their preseason final against the Los Angeles Lakers on Friday, the Nuggets superstar made what could very well be the pass of the preseason as he hit rookie Trevon Brazile with a cheeky behind-the-back pass all the way from midcourt.

WNBA News

Sophie Cunningham calls out Angel Reese for 'dangerous' play on eve of WNBA Finals

Olivia Miles leads six-player WNBA All-Rookie team

WNBA playoffs: Dream, Valkyries advance to Finals

WNBA playoff takeaways: Dream, Valkyries advance to Finals

A'ja Wilson joins illustrious company with fifth WNBA MVP award

Nikola Jokic News / EssentiallySports / October 17

Nikola Jokic’s Nuggets Get Bad News as Sudden Injury Blow Increases Concerns Ahead of Season Opener

On Wednesday night, the Nuggets fanbase witnessed a scary incident in the preseason matchup against the LA Clippers. A day later, it manifested into the fans’ worst fear as the Denver Nuggets suffered a major roster blow just days before opening night.

Julian Strawther News / Hoops Rumors / October 16

Nuggets’ Julian Strawther Out At Least Six Weeks With Knee Sprain

Nuggets wing Julian Strawther has been diagnosed with a left knee sprain following an MRI, the team announced in a press release (Twitter link via Law Murray of The Athletic).

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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 16

Nuggets' Tyus Jones Says What Makes Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray Special

The Denver Nuggets have one of the NBA's best duos. Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray have been paired together since 2016 and, over the last decade, have proven to be a near-unstoppable offensive tandem.

NBA News / Denver Nuggets on SI / October 16

NBA GMs Have Conflicting Answers to Nikola Jokic, Victor Wembanyama Debate

For the past several years, Nikola Jokic has been the NBA's undisputed best center. Sure, Joel Embiid outdueled him for the 2023 NBA MVP, but he won the award each of the previous years and the year after, keeping the crown as the league's top big man.

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The 'Most WNBA double-doubles' quiz

The '2nd-most TD-passes by NFL team' quiz

The '35-TD, 10-INT NFL seasons' quiz

The '100-yard, 1-rushing TD games' quiz

Denver Nuggets News / Denver Nuggets on SI / October 16

Two Questions the Nuggets Must Answer in Preseason Finale vs. Lakers

The Denver Nuggets officially have less than one week until their regular season opener on October 22 against the Oklahoma City Thunder, and the clock is ticking for the team to work out some kinks before then.

Denver Nuggets News / Fadeaway World / October 16

Nuggets’ Tyus Jones On Helping Nikola Jokić And Jamal Murray Win Another NBA Title

As he pondered about what it will take to contend in a crowded Western Conference, Denver Nuggets guard Tyus Jones appeared as steady as when he plays on the court.

Denver Nuggets News / Denver Nuggets on SI / October 15

2 Nuggets Who Should Be in the Rotation but Probably Won’t

As much criticism as the Denver Nuggets get for having a weak bench unit, they will have an awfully tough time figuring out how to cut their rotation to just ten players.

Lonnie Walker IV News / Field Level Media / October 15

Lonnie Walker IV to play in Turkey

After being waived by the Denver Nuggets earlier this week, Lonnie Walker IV signed with Besiktas in Turkey and the EuroLeague on Thursday. Walker had signed a one-year non-guaranteed contract with Denver in August.

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).

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.

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.

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.

Lonnie Walker IV News / Hoops Wire / October 12