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NBA News / Fadeaway World / October 13
Victor Wembanyama vs. Nikola Jokic: Who Is The Best Player In The NBA Right Now?
Naming the best player in the NBA is no longer as simple as looking at the scoring leaderboard or handing the crown to the reigning MVP. Nikola Jokic is
Nikola Jokic News / Denver Nuggets on SI / October 13
Nikola Jokic Admits One Thing Is Holding Nuggets Back From Title Contention
The Denver Nuggets were on top of the world when they won the NBA Finals in 2023. Led by Finals MVP Nikola Jokic, the Nuggets were optimistic they'd be hanging around title contention for years to come after their championship.
Julian Strawther News / Denver Nuggets on SI / October 13
Nuggets Are Running Out of Time to Decide Julian Strawther's Future
The Denver Nuggets have a limited young core, with six players younger than 25, four of whom were added to the roster this offseason. Of course, they are focused on competing for championships while three-time MVP Nikola Jokic is still in his prime, but keeping an eye on the future of the franchise is also key.
The 'NBA all-time scoring leaders' quiz
How many of the NBA's top 30 career scorers can you name in five minutes?
NBA News / Hoops Rumors / October 13
KJ Simpson Expected To Sign With Galatasaray
Former Nuggets guard KJ Simpson is expected to sign with the Turkish team Galatasaray, according to Semih Tuna of Eurohoops, confirming reporting from Can Bedel of Eski Açık (Twitter link).
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.
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.
NBA News / Fadeaway World / October 12
Nikola Jokic Names His NBA Mount Rushmore, Snubs LeBron James
Nikola Jokic recently spoke to SPORTbible after announcing his partnership with Sprite. In the conversation, he revealed the four players on his NBA Mount Rushmore and the players who have given him the hardest time on the court.
Lonnie Walker IV News / Hoops Wire / October 12
Nuggets waive veteran guard Lonnie Walker IV
The Nuggets have waived veteran guard Lonnie Walker IV, according to the NBA’s official transaction log. Walker had been in camp on a non-guaranteed deal, so Denver won’t carry any dead money from the move.
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.
Lonnie Walker IV News / Hoops Rumors / October 12
Nuggets Waive Lonnie Walker IV
Veteran guard Lonnie Walker IV has been waived by the Nuggets, according to the official transaction log at NBA.com. Walker had been on a non-guaranteed training camp deal with Denver, which means the team won’t carry any dead money on its books by releasing him.
David Adelman News / Denver Nuggets on SI / October 12
Nuggets Preseason Minutes Are Telling Us Who David Adelman Actually Trusts
We are now three games into the Denver Nuggets' five-game preseason slate, with the team coming fresh off a nail-biting win over the Chicago Bulls on Sunday night.
Denver Nuggets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 12
Nuggets’ Nikola Jokic breaks silence on GOAT pass that had Aaron Gordon dropping F-bombs
Denver Nuggets All-Star Nikola Jokic had the pass of the year ahead of the regular season, and Aaron Gordon is calling it an all-timer. Jokic is making a very good first impression on his new Nuggets teammates and broke his silence on the preseason pass to Cam Johnson that went viral last week.
Nikola Jokic News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 12
Nuggets’ Nikola Jokic casually dropping 3-quarter triple-double shows he’s ready for another MVP run
The Denver Nuggets were eliminated in the first round of the playoffs last season. Furthermore, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander won the MVP award for the second straight season.
DeMar DeRozan News / Hoops Wire / October 12
DeMar DeRozan still finding his way in Nuggets’ offense
DeMar DeRozan can score. Nobody needs preseason basketball to prove that. The question for the Nuggets is how quickly they can make his style fit with everything else they already do.
Aaron Gordon News / Hoops Wire / October 12
Nuggets’ Aaron Gordon says he feels ‘better out there’ after injury-plagued year
Aaron Gordon finally looks healthy again. That alone is a pretty encouraging development for the Nuggets. Gordon scored 25 points with six rebounds in 23 minutes Sunday against Chicago, shooting 9-of-12 from the field and 3-of-4 from beyond the arc.
David Adelman News / Denver Nuggets on SI / October 12
David Adelman Admits Nuggets Were 'Embarrassing' Despite Win Over Bulls
After losing their preseason opener to the Utah Jazz, the Denver Nuggets have won two straight as they find their rhythm and build some momentum ahead of the regular season.
Denver Nuggets News / Hoops Rumors / October 12
Nuggets Notes: Gordon, DeRozan, Strawther, Diallo
An encouraging sight for the Nuggets in Sunday’s win over Chicago was the health of Aaron Gordon, Vinny Bendetto of The Denver Gazette writes in a subscriber-only story.
Denver Nuggets News / HITC / October 12
‘Jokic is doing enough’ – Kendrick Perkins challenges Jamal Murray to make ‘All-NBA’ jump in 2026-27
Kendrick Perkins believes Jamal Murray must now deliver on the potential many have touted in the past if the Denver Nuggets want to win an NBA championship.
NBA News / Denver Stiffs / October 12
Nuggets spear the Bulls in competitive preseason toss-up 
Nikola Jokić, Aaron Gordon, and Cam Johnson were in full playoff-ready mode during the Nuggets’ third preseason game against the Bulls. Meanwhile, the bench was … not.
David Adelman News / Fadeaway World / October 12
David Adelman Calls Out Nuggets’ Embarassing Defense Despite Win Over Bulls
The Denver Nuggets logged a solid performance on Sunday night to secure a 133-128 victory over the Chicago Bulls. With their second consecutive win of the preseason, the Nuggets appear to have overcome their poor display in their first game against Utah.
NBA News / Denver Nuggets on SI / October 11
David Adelman Gives Clarity on DaRon Holmes' Uncertain Role With Nuggets
The Denver Nuggets have much more depth this season than expected. Last week, head coach David Adelman admitted that he was worried the Nuggets would only have nine players they could rely on this season.
Denver Nuggets News / The Lead / October 11
Jokic’s Unsigned Extension Looms Over Everything for the Nuggets
Many teams across the league are entering the upcoming 2026-27 season with high expectations. None of them are expected to deliver as much as the Denver Nuggets.
Julian Strawther News / The Lead / October 9
Can Julian Strawther Earn Another Contract in Denver?
Julian Strawther enters the 2026-27 season at a clear crossroads with the Denver Nuggets. The 24-year-old wing is eligible for a rookie-scale extension before the regular season begins, with the deadline falling around October 19.
DeMar DeRozan News / TWSN / October 8
The Denver Nuggets’ Plan for DeMar DeRozan Makes Perfect Sense
The Denver Nuggets have their clear role established already for DeMar DeRozan ahead of the 2026 NBA season. According to Ryan Blackburn, the Nuggets plan to use DeRozan off the bench to lead their second unit, a move that makes the most sense to give their second unit the foundational player they have been missing.
DeMar DeRozan News / EssentiallySports / October 6
DeMar DeRozan’s Career Takes Stunning Turn After 17 Years in the NBA As Nuggets Reveal New Plan
Entering his 18th season in the NBA, newly minted Denver Nuggets addition DeMar DeRozan is embracing a dramatic shift in his professional journey. Following
DeMar DeRozan News / Yardbarker / October 2
Nuggets already making smart business decision with DeMar DeRozan
The addition of DeRozan for the Denver Nuggets was a move that was as savvy as it was confounding.
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