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One Nuggets Lineup They Should Use More This Season and One to Avoid

Outside of their starting lineup, the Denver Nuggets are looking a bit different heading into the 2026-27 season. While they kept their core of Jamal Murray, Christian Braun, Cameron Johnson, Aaron Gordon, and Nikola Jokic intact, the Nuggets have revamped their bench, and time will tell whether things actually improve.

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The Nuggets' Quietest Offseason Decision May Be Their Most Important

The Denver Nuggets had made a few key changes to their roster heading into the 2026-27 season. And while, for the most part, the Nuggets' starting five and core pieces have remained all intact––except for Peyton Watson–– the bench has seen multiple shifts, and will look drastically different than where they finished off last season.

Julian Reese News / Hoops Rumors / August 28

Nuggets Release Julian Reese

The Nuggets have formally waived Julian Reese, per NBA.com’s transaction log. A 6’9″ forward/center who was signed to a two-way contract, Reese was traded from Washington to Denver last week as part of the Peyton Watson deal.

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In the history of the NBA, a player has scored 50 or more points in a playoff game on 51 occasions. How many can you name in six minutes?

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DeMar DeRozan News / Denver Nuggets on SI / August 28

Why There Is Some Concern With Nuggets' DeMar DeRozan Signing

The Denver Nuggets have been criticized for their 2026 offseason, with many hoping they would have made more significant changes after losing in the first round of the playoffs.

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The 25 greatest NBA Finals performances of all-time

The regular season is important, but NBA legends are made in the playoffs. More specifically, it's the Finals where the all-time greats have built their otherworldly reputations.

Denver Nuggets News / Denver Nuggets on SI / August 28

Ranking the Nuggets' Most Valuable Trade Assets for 2026-27 Season

Even after stretching Jonas Valanciunas's waived contract, the Denver Nuggets still stand above the second apron. Granted, they have until next February's trade deadline to get under the second apron before facing the more severe penalties and owing a lucrative luxury tax bill, but that means we should expect a money-saving move before then.

DeMar DeRozan News / Fadeaway World / August 28

'I Hate It': Patrick Beverley Raises Major Concern Over DeMar DeRozan Joining Nuggets

The Denver Nuggets quickly reacted to Peyton Watson’s departure to the Cleveland Cavaliers by agreeing to a deal with veteran forward DeMar DeRozan. DeRozan is joining the Nuggets on a one-year, $3.9 million deal, and former NBA player Patrick Beverley has one major concern regarding this move.

NBA News / Denver Nuggets on SI / August 27

Draymond Green Defends the Nuggets' Decision to Trade Peyton Watson

Last week, the Denver Nuggets officially ended their Peyton Watson saga by shipping him to the Cleveland Cavaliers, where he signed a new four-year, $88 million contract.

Jonas Valanciunas News / Hoops Rumors / August 27

Nuggets To Use Stretch Provision On Jonas Valanciunas

The Nuggets will use the stretch provision to spread the $2MM cap charge left on Jonas Valanciunas‘ contract across three seasons, reports Michael Scotto of HoopsHype (Twitter link).

Nikola Jokic News / EssentiallySports / August 27

Nuggets Warned of 'Malpractice' Around Nikola Jokic as Denver Future Remains on Hold

Nikola Jokic played in only 65 games last season, which is the fewest of his career since joining the league in 2014. This number takes on a new meaning in light of the conflict between the Denver Nuggets’ lineup choices and an MVP who is approaching free agency.

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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 / August 27

Predicting What the Nuggets Do With Every Remaining Open Roster Spot

The Denver Nuggets were concerningly quiet for most of the offseason, but they have been making some noise over the past week or so. The Nuggets have traded Peyton Watson, signed veteran wing DeMar DeRozan, and finally signed second-round rookie Bryce Hopkins to a two-way deal two months after the draft.

Denver Nuggets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 27

Nuggets sign 2026 second-round pick to two-way contract

The Denver Nuggets have reached an agreement with rookie forward Bryce Hopkins, signing their 49th overall pick in the second-round of the 2026 NBA Draft to a two-way contract Wednesday.

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Bryce Hopkins News / Hoops Wire / August 26

Nuggets officially sign Bryce Hopkins to two-way contract

Bryce Hopkins has officially joined the Nuggets. Hopkins signed a two-way contract with Denver, according to the NBA transactions log. His agents, Mark Bartelstein and Reggie Brown of Priority Sports, also confirmed the deal to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype.

Bryce Hopkins News / Hoops Rumors / August 26

Nuggets Sign Bryce Hopkins To Two-Way Deal

Bryce Hopkins has signed a two-way contract with the Nuggets, agents Mark Bartelstein and Reggie Brown of Priority Sports tell Michael Scotto of HoopsHype (Twitter link).

Brandon Williams News / Denver Nuggets on SI / August 26

Nuggets May Regret Missing Out on Brandon Williams After Warriors Signing

The Denver Nuggets might've completed their roster for the 2026-27 season by signing DeMar DeRozan, but they still have one standard contract to use if they want, and it feels like they could use another point guard.

Nikola Jokic News / AirJordanChronicles / August 26

Former NBA Champion says Nikola Jokic is 'way better' than Shai Gilgeous-Alexander

The debate between Nikola Jokic and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is one of the NBA’s biggest player comparisons. Both stars play at a very high level, but former Sacramento Kings point guard Jason Williams clearly prefers Jokic when it comes to overall ability.

DeMar DeRozan News / Denver Nuggets on SI / August 26

Nuggets’ Biggest Remaining Need After DeMar DeRozan Signing

The Denver Nuggets' roster is one step closer to completion following their decision to sign DeMar DeRozan on a one-year, veteran minimum deal. Now with DeRozan in, along with Peyton Watson being shipped to the Cleveland Cavaliers, the Nuggets' roster is up to 14 players.

DeMar DeRozan News / Hoops Wire / August 25

Kings stretch DeMar DeRozan’s salary to drop below luxury tax line

DeMar DeRozan is gone. His salary isn’t quite as gone. The Kings will use the stretch provision on the remaining $10 million guaranteed portion of DeRozan’s contract, according to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / August 25

NBA Notes: Blazers, backcourt, Nuggets, DeMar DeRozan, Heat

The Trail Blazers already had some decisions to make in their crowded backcourt. Shaedon Sharpe’s injury may have bought them some time. Sharpe is expected to miss about six months after suffering a torn meniscus in his knee.

Denver Nuggets News / The Lead / August 24

What Will the Nuggets’ Rotation Look Like in 2026?

At long last, it appears that the Denver Nuggets’ offseason is over. The season concluded on a sour note for fans, and Denver’s front office did little to make it better over the summer.

NBA News / Yardbarker / August 24

The top 25 NBA players of the past 25 years: 10-6

The penultimate edition of Yardbarker’s top 25 NBA players of the past 25 years is here.

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NBA News / Yardbarker / August 23

Nikola Jokic could be sending a quiet warning after Peyton Watson leaves Denver

The Denver Nuggets lost one of the most important players on their roster after shipping Peyton Watson away to the Cleveland Cavaliers in a five-team deal.

New Lakers owners might be 'dead set' on a Nikola Jokic trade

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Denver Nuggets News / HITC / August 22

What’s next for DeMar DeRozan? Nuggets’ strategy emerges after $3.9 million deal

DeMar DeRozan has joined the Denver Nuggets on a one-year, $3.9 million veteran minimum deal. Now the question is how he will be used. ESPN’s Shams Charania confirmed the agreement.

Spencer Jones News / Yardbarker / August 21

Thunder are winning big by helping force the Nuggets decline

The Denver Nuggets took the Oklahoma City Thunder to seven games in the 2025 NBA playoffs. Since then, one of the Thunder's biggest rivals has gotten worse, and the Thunder directly benefit in multiple ways.

Cavaliers acquire Peyton Watson in multi-team trade with Nuggets, give him major contract

Nuggets' development strategy fizzles out with Peyton Watson departure

Denver Nuggets News / Yardbarker / August 20

Nuggets' development strategy fizzles out with Peyton Watson departure

After trading for Aaron Gordon, the Denver Nuggets committed to supplementing their expensive core with affordable young talent. Years later, there's very little to show for that youth movement.

Cavaliers acquire Peyton Watson in multi-team trade with Nuggets, give him major contract

Cavaliers address issue at key spot with Peyton Watson sign-and-trade

Nikola Jokic losing reasons to stay after Denver Nuggets make money-saving trade

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Nikola Jokic News / Yardbarker / August 20

Nikola Jokic losing reasons to stay after Denver Nuggets make money-saving trade

The Denver Nuggets finally sent Peyton Watson to the Cavaliers in return for some much-needed salary cap relief. What does that mean for the Nuggets, particularly Nikola Jokic?

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