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Former First-Round Pick Could Be Nuggets' Most Likely Trade Candidate

The Denver Nuggets are now 18-6 through the first 24 games of their 2025-26 campaign, and they are one of the few teams in the NBA that are not involved in any trade rumors leading up to February's deadline.

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Victor Wembanyama Shares Brutally Honest Take About Nikola Jokic

The Denver Nuggets arguably have the greatest player in the world with three-time NBA MVP Nikola Jokic, but not everyone thinks he is the best. San Antonio Spurs phenom Victor Wembanyama recently sat down for an interview with ESPN, and when asked who he thinks is the best player in the NBA, his answer could surprise some people.

Nikola Jokic News / Denver Nuggets on SI / December 13

Former All-NBA Center Names Nikola Jokic His Favorite Player

It's hard not to love watching Nikola Jokic dominate the NBA game on a nightly basis. Nearly every night he takes the floor, Jokic finds his way to some

NBA News / BasketballNews.com / December 13

Wemby: Jokic the best offensive player; Giannis or SGA the best player

As Victor Wembanyama sets his sights on returning to the floor for the first time since suffering a calf injury in November, the Spurs star offered some unique insights into the NBA’s evolving MVP race and broader player hierarchy.

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Aaron Gordon News / Denver Nuggets on SI / December 12

Nuggets’ Aaron Gordon Showing Progress From Hamstring Injury

While we're still a few weeks away from Aaron Gordon's return to the Denver Nuggets' lineup from a hamstring strain, it still seems like his recovery is trending in the right direction for when the time finally comes to get back into the action.

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Which NBA teams have the best Christmas Day records?

Christmas and the NBA go hand-in-hand. The day serves for the top hoops league in the world, like Thanksgiving for the NFL. However, while the Detroit Lions and Dallas Cowboys are perpetual Thanksgiving participants, the NBA has mixed up the matchups and the teams throughout the years.

Denver Nuggets News / Denver Nuggets on SI / December 12

Nuggets Star Gets Unexpected Nod on NBA MVP Ladder

The Denver Nuggets have been off to their best start in a season in franchise history, winning 18 of their first 24 games as they sit in second place in the Western Conference.

Denver Nuggets News / Denver Nuggets on SI / December 12

David Adelman Says Nuggets Are Blessed to Have Jonas Valanciunas

In the midst of the Denver Nuggets' early season success, a large chunk of the credit has fallen on the shoulders of Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray for being the leaders of this league-best offense, helping this group find their way to the second-best team in the West behind the juggernaut that is the OKC Thunder.

Nikola Jokic News / Denver Nuggets on SI / December 12

Nikola Jokic Turns Heads With Historic Performance vs. Kings

The Denver Nuggets picked up a massive 136-105 road win over the Sacramento Kings to improve to 18-6 on the season. This win now extends the Nuggets' road winning streak to 11 games and helps them retain second place in the Western Conference.

NBA News / Total Apex Sports / December 12

Nuggets Extend Franchise-Record Road Streak in Sacramento Rout 136-105

The Denver Nuggets rolled into the Golden 1 Center on Thursday night and systematically dismantled the Sacramento Kings, 136-105. While the final score suggests a blowout—and it certainly was—the underlying narrative was Denver’s ruthless consistency away from home.

Nikola Jokic News / Field Level Media / December 12

Nikola Jokic, Nuggets trounce Kings, extend road win streak

Nikola Jokic poured 23 of his game-high 36 points into a first-half runaway as the visiting Denver Nuggets crushed the Sacramento Kings 136-105 on Thursday night.

NBA News / Denver Nuggets on SI / December 12

Three Instant Takeaways From Nuggets' Blowout Win Over Kings

The Denver Nuggets picked up their fourth consecutive win on Thursday night on the road against the Sacramento Kings, finishing with a 31-point victory to sweep their four-game road trip.

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Spencer Jones News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 11

Exclusive: How Nuggets knew ‘overlooked’ Spencer Jones was ready for starting role

It is hard for Spencer Jones not to chuckle when he pauses to consider what his 10-year-old self would think of his life today. The 24-year-old is now

Spencer Jones News / Denver Nuggets on SI / December 11

Spencer Jones Addresses Possibility of New Contract With Nuggets

The Denver Nuggets have been rolling out two-way signee Spencer Jones in their starting rotation as a frequent fill-in for as long as Christian Braun and Aaron Gordon have been sidelined with their respective injuries.

Denver Nuggets News / Denver Nuggets on SI / December 11

Nuggets Have One Main Weakness Despite Historic Season Start

Riding a three-game winning streak, the Denver Nuggets have improved to 17-6 in their 2025-26 campaign, setting a new franchise record for their best 23-game start to a season.

NBA News / Denver Nuggets on SI / December 11

Nuggets & Kings Each Rule Out Two Starters for Fourth Matchup of Season

In a typical NBA season, two same-conference teams that are not in the same division will only match up three times. However, due to the NBA Cup, scheduling has been unusual.

NBA News / Field Level Media / December 10

Nuggets, Kings clash for 4th time in 6 weeks

Two teams quite familiar with one another meet for the fourth time in less than six weeks when the Denver Nuggets visit the Sacramento Kings on Thursday night.

Jamal Murray News / NBA Analysis Network / December 10

Cam Johnson predicts what will happen to Nuggets teammate Jamal Murray for the first time this season

The Denver Nuggets have been nothing short of impressive this season. They are currently sitting third in the Western Conference with a stellar 17-6 record, boasting the league’s top-ranked offensive rating.

David Adelman News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 9

Nuggets’ David Adelman pushes back on ‘outside noise’ amid concerns

It’s tough to brush off a team that has a three-time MVP in it. But curiously, that’s what’s been happening to the Denver Nuggets, as some believe that they’re not good enough compared to other teams in the Western Conference.

Aaron Gordon News / EssentiallySports / December 9

Aaron Gordon Injury Update: Nuggets HC Makes Final Decision on His Return This Season

The Denver Nuggets face a major setback as forward Aaron Gordon is all set to remain on the sidelines at least until Christmas, as per coach David Adelman.

Denver Nuggets News / NBA Draft on SI / December 5

Denver Nuggets' Rookie Trio Shines in Recent G League Victory

The Denver Nuggets are one of the best teams in the NBA, and could be on a collision course for another entertaining playoff series against the Oklahoma City Thunder.

Denver Nuggets News / Last Word On Sports / December 5

Jamal Murray Set To End Ugly Nikola Jokić Nuggets Streak

DENVER — Nikola Jokić built a historic résumé without the partner usually found beside an MVP. He stands alone as the only MVP in league history who played his first ten seasons without a single teammate earning All-Star, All-NBA or All-Defense honors.