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How the Nuggets’ Choices on Braun Led to His Big Extension

Nuggets fans had plenty to celebrate at the start of the season when Christian Braun signed a five-year, $125 million extension. The deal effectively locked in Denver’s core four for the Nikola Jokic era alongside Jamal Murray and Aaron Gordon.

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David Adelman Looking to Learn From Controversial Call in Loss to Blazers

The Denver Nuggets suffered their second loss of the season on Saturday, as they met their match in an NBA Cup game against the Portland Trail Blazers.

Denver Nuggets News / Denver Nuggets on SI / November 2

NBA Comments on Two Costly Calls in Nuggets' Loss to Blazers

After stringing together a three-game winning streak to cement themselves as one of the strongest teams in the Western Conference, the Denver Nuggets suffered a crushing loss to the Portland Trail Blazers on Friday night to move to 3-2 on the season.

Jonas Valanciunas News / Denver Nuggets on SI / November 1

Jonas Valanciunas Urges Nuggets to Bring A-Game Every Night

The Denver Nuggets couldn't get it done for game five of their regular season campaign vs. the Portland Trail Blazers on Halloween, falling short of a fourth-straight win, 117-119, in a night summed up to a lack of execution in the fourth-quarter, leading to a stong comeback effort from Portland to claim a 1-0 start in the NBA Cup Group Play.

David Adelman News / Denver Nuggets on SI / November 1

David Adelman Calls on Nuggets to Close Quarters More Effectively

The Denver Nuggets came up just short of a fourth-straight win on the new regular season vs. the Portland Trail Blazers on Halloween night, falling 107-109.

Christian Braun News / Denver Nuggets on SI / November 1

Christian Braun Takes Responsibility After Nuggets' Loss to Blazers

The Denver Nuggets made a statement about Christian Braun's future with the franchise heading into the 2025-26 season by handing him a massive five-year contract extension worth $125 million.

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The 25 most notable one-time NBA All-Stars

The all-time list of NBA All-Stars is obviously long, and notably distinguished. However, there are some players — for various reasons — who the casual, or even most-dedicated, NBA fans can't recall having earned All-Star nods.

Cameron Johnson News / Denver Nuggets on SI / November 1

Analyzing Cam Johnson's Early-Season Struggles

I’m not ready to pull the fire alarm yet, but I’m smelling something, and it might be smoke. Watching these first few Denver Nuggets games, I can’t help but ask myself, “Where’s Cameron Johnson?” Nobody knows where he is, and that’s a bit concerning.

NBA News / Denver Stiffs / November 1

Denver Nuggets squander NBA Cup game against Portland Trail Blazers, lose 109-107

The Denver Nuggets opened up NBA Cup play on the road against the Portland Trail Blazers Friday night. It was a clunky game from start to finish and while the Nuggets led for most of it, they were unable to finish the job.

Denver Nuggets News / Total Apex Sports / November 1

Blazers Stun Denver Nuggets in Dramatic 109-107 Finish

PORTLAND, Ore. — Sometimes the game comes down to two free throws and ice in your veins. Friday night at the Moda Center vs the Denver Nuggets, Jerami Grant had both.

NBA News / Denver Nuggets on SI / November 1

3 Takeaways From Nuggets' Deflating NBA Cup Loss vs. Trail Blazers

The Denver Nuggets couldn't get it done for their first NBA Cup game of the year vs. the Portland Trail Blazers on Halloween night, falling in narrow fashion 107-109 as a result of some critical last-second unravelings, and thus, leaves the Nuggets 3-2 as they head back to Denver for an extensive four-game home stand.

Nikola Jokic News / Fadeaway World / October 31

Danny Green Leaves Nikola Jokic Off His List Of Top 3 Players In The NBA

Denver Nuggets superstar Nikola Jokic has been widely regarded as the best player in the NBA for a couple of years now, but Danny Green doesn’t even have him in his top 3 right now.

Jonas Valanciunas News / Denver Nuggets on SI / October 31

Jonas Valanciunas Embraces Fresh Start With Nuggets After Offseason Signing

The Denver Nuggets made a splash over the offseason by bringing in difference-makers like Cam Johnson, Bruce Brown, Tim Hardaway Jr., and Jonas Valanciunas.

Nikola Jokic News / Denver Nuggets on SI / October 31

Nikola Jokic Shuts Down Idea His Triple-Doubles Come Easy

Nikola Jokic has already started the new season firing on all cylinders for the Denver Nuggets. Through four games and a 3-1 record, the Nuggets' big man

Denver Nuggets News / Last Word On Sports / October 31

Nikola Jokić is Chasing an All-Time Record

The Denver Nuggets have gotten off to an incredibly hot start to the 2025-26 season. Through four games, they are 3-1 and have built one of the league’s best offenses thus far.

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Nikola Jokic News / Field Level Media / October 30

Nuggets' Nikola Jokic pursues record triple-double vs. Blazers

Nikola Jokic attempts to become the first player in NBA history to open a season with five consecutive triple-doubles when the Denver Nuggets visit the Portland Trail Blazers on Friday night.

Jamal Murray News / Athlon Sports / October 30

Nuggets Announce Jamal Murray News on Thursday

The Denver Nuggets are on a roll, winning three straight games after losing their regular season opener. While superstar Nikola Jokic has gotten off to a strong start, so has Jamal Murray, Denver’s point guard.

Denver Nuggets News / The Lead / October 30

What Do the Nuggets Need to Do to Win Another NBA Title?

There’s no doubt that the Nuggets are one of the best teams in the NBA. With the best player in the world in Nikola Jokic, and with possibly the best starting five in the league, they’re a force to be reckoned with.

Denver Nuggets News / Yardbarker / October 30

Jokic on cusp of a streak never achieved in 79-year NBA history

Nikola Jokic on the cusp of a streak never achieved in 79-year NBA history

Jokic on Wednesday became the third player ever to start a season with four consecutive triple-doubles, joining Oscar Robertson (1961-62) and Russell Westbrook (2020-21) in exclusive company.

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Denver Nuggets News / EasySportz / October 30

Nikola Jokić’s Greatness on Full Display as Nuggets Star Opens Season with Triple-Doubles in First 4 Games

The three-time MVP isn’t easing in — he’s dominating early and making history look routine. Four games. Four triple-doubles. The NBA hasn’t even settled into its rhythm yet, and Nikola Jokić is already operating like it’s May.

Denver Nuggets News / EssentiallySports / October 29

Respect Pours In for Jamal Murray After $5Bn Tragedy

Hurricane Melissa roared into Jamaica as a Category 5 monster, leaving heartbreak in its wake. With winds raging at 185 miles per hour, it became the strongest hurricane ever to strike the island.

Denver Nuggets News / Yardbarker / October 28

Nuggets star Jamal Murray promises help for Jamaica after Hurricane Melissa

After Hurricane Melissa slammed into Jamaica as a Category 5 hurricane, one NBA star is pledging to help the country with its recovery.

Nuggets star center Nikola Jokic matches NBA legend with monster game

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Denver Nuggets News / Yardbarker / October 28

Nuggets star center Nikola Jokic matches NBA legend with monster game

Jokic's statistical marvel of a game has only been duplicated by one other player, a legend in his own right, since field goal percentage was first tracked in 1956-57.

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