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Michael Porter Jr. Hot Take Puts Nikola Jokic Over LeBron James and Michael Jordan in ‘GOAT’ Conversation

Many consider Nikola Jokic to be the best basketball player in the world. He has been at that level for a while, which has some believing he could end up in the top 3 all-time.

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'He Could Have Won MVP Five Years in a Row' – Former Denver Nuggets Forward on Nikola Jokic Being the GOAT

Brooklyn Nets forward Michael Porter Jr. benefited a lot from playing with Denver Nuggets star Nikola Jokic. During their time together, Porter Jr. developed into one of the best catch-and-shoot players from beyond the arc.

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Russell Westbrook, Ben Simmons Likely To Remain Free Agents When 2025-26 NBA Season Starts

Russell Westbrook and Ben Simmons have been the two headliners of prominent NBA veterans to remain free agents this summer. According to sources, both

Denver Nuggets News / NBA Draft on SI / August 31

Denver Nuggets Rookies Could be Impactful Depth Pieces

Since the Denver Nuggets' 2023 NBA Championship victory, the team has lost key depth pieces, putting a heavier workload on Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray each season.

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Kevin Durant Calls Denver Nuggets Star 'Supreme Shot Maker'

Jamal Murray wasted no time reinforcing expectations for his Denver Nuggets after a Game 7 loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder in the Western Conference Semifinals.

Nikola Jokic News / Fastbreak on SI / August 31

NBA Player Explains Ultimate Endorsement for Nikola Jokic

When you play alongside Nikola Jokic for so many years, you’re going to be biased when it comes to key debates. Former Denver Nuggets forward Michael Porter Jr.

Russell Westbrook News / Athlon Sports / August 31

Russell Westbrook Bracing for Bad News After Request to NBA Teams

Spending last season with the Denver Nuggets, nine-time NBA All-Star Russell Westbrook chose to decline his $3.4 million player option for the 2025-26 season.

Denver Nuggets News / Denver Nuggets on SI / August 31

Recent Nuggets Star Michael Porter Jr Makes Bold Nikola Jokic Claim

The Denver Nuggets hit the lottery during the 2014 NBA Draft. Despite famously getting selected during a Taco Bell commercial, Nikola Jokic was selected with the 41st overall pick and has panned out to be the best player in his class by a mile.

Denver Nuggets News / Last Word On Sports / August 31

MPJ Takes Shot At Nuggets During PlaqueBoyMax Stream

Brooklyn Nets forward Michael Porter Jr. has been on a media run since being traded by the Denver Nuggets, clips surfacing about his controversial views on myriad matters.

Denver Nuggets News / NBA Analysis Network / August 31

ESPN expert says his view of Denver Nuggets as legitimate title contender has changed, comments on Nikola Jokic

The 2024-25 season had a superb MVP race between Nikola Jokic and eventual winner Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. It was a magical season by Jokic on the statistical side, but the Oklahoma City Thunder star also deserved it.

Denver Nuggets News / Athlon Sports / August 31

Mock Trade Sends Nuggets' Peyton Watson to Kings for Former Lottery Pick

After being eliminated in the second round of the playoffs for the second consecutive season last year, the Denver Nuggets felt that it was time to make some changes to their roster around their core of Nikola Jokic, Jamal Murray and Aaron Gordon.

Nikola Jokic News / Denver Nuggets on SI / August 30

Nuggets Nikola Jokic's Dominate EuroBasket Performance Reaffirms MVP Status

The Denver Nuggets are far from the biggest market in the NBA, but that hasn't stopped them from being one of the top contenders in the league. With a core featuring Jamal Murray, Aaron Gordon, and Christian Braun, the Nuggets have also made some big additions this offseason to stay competitive in a tough Western Conference.

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Patrick Beverley Says It's 'Disrespectful' Russell Westbrook Is Still Unsigned

Things aren't looking good for Hall of Fame point guard Russell Westbrook as he remains without a team as training camp fast approaches. Speaking on his podcast, Patrick Beverley defended Westbrook and claimed it was disrespectful that no team has signed him yet.