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NBA News / The SportsRush / September 27

How Nikola Jokic Stole Hansen Yang’s Heart From Shaquille O’Neal and Yao Ming

The latest man to join the NBA big man alliance hails from China, 20-year-old Hansen Yang, who, as it turns out, idolized the expected role models growing up.

Carmelo Anthony News / EssentiallySports / September 26

Ex-Laker Confesses Heavy Toll of Playing Against Carmelo Anthony & Allen Iverson

Before the triple-double era of Nikola Jokic, it was a different #15 who ruled the hearts of the Mile High City. With the Denver Nuggets, Carmelo Anthony established himself as a rookie who could take the keys of a franchise.

Denver Nuggets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 26

Nuggets player who will shock world with breakout 2025-26 season

The Denver Nuggets enter the 2025-26 season with a renewed sense of urgency and optimism. They’re just a couple of years removed from lifting their first Larry O’Brien Trophy.

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NBA News / Hoops Rumors / September 26

Denver Nuggets waive two players

The Denver Nuggets have waived Javante McCoy and Justyn Hamilton, according to the NBA’s transaction log. Denver’s signing of McCoy to an Exhibit 10 deal was reported on September 21.

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Nikola Jokic News / The SportsRush / September 26

Michael Malone Explains How Picking Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Over Nikola Jokic Landed Him in Controversial 'Welcome to the Media' Moment

Michael Malone may not be pacing the Denver Nuggets sideline anymore, but he hasn’t strayed far from the game or the city that has defined so much of his coaching career.

Denver Nuggets News / NBA Analysis Network / September 26

Denver Nuggets draft pick selected ahead of Devin Booker reveals why he chose to play abroad

NBA Draft history is filled with both hidden gems and costly mistakes. The Denver Nuggets exemplify this duality, having discovered one of the best players ever in Nikola Jokic at 41st overall in 2014 while making a significant error just one year later.

Denver Nuggets News / Denver Nuggets on SI / September 26

Nuggets Add Two Players to Training Camp Roster

The Denver Nuggets have added two new faces to their training camp roster with the action finally kicking off next week. According to HoopsHype, the Nuggets have signed a pair of names to an Exhibit 10 deal for training camp: forward Justyn Hamilton and guard Javante McCoy.

Denver Nuggets News / The Lead / September 26

Nuggets’ Young Core Should Extend Their Championship Window

When the Oklahoma City Thunder’s young yet deep team, including players like Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Chet Holmgren, and Jalen Williams, ran the Denver Nuggets off the court in their 2025 playoff exit, the weaknesses in the 2023 champions were more evident than ever.

Denver Nuggets News / Denver Nuggets on SI / September 26

Nikola Jokic Thumped With Bold Take From NBA Legend Scottie Pippen

Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic is undoubtedly one of the best players in the history of the NBA, and his wide skill set seems like it could transcend any era.

Denver Nuggets News / Denver Nuggets on SI / September 26

NBA Execs Love What Nuggets Did This Offseason

The Denver Nuggets put together a quiet, yet relatively productive, NBA offseason this summer that's seemingly being raved about within the league. ESPN's Tim Bontemps recently polled a group of 20 NBA personnel members on who had the best offseason throughout the entire league.

Denver Nuggets News / EssentiallySports / September 25

Jamal Murray Has No Excuses Left as Nikola Jokic’s Nuggets Future Remains Uncertain

Jamal Murray enters his ninth NBA season off a career-best year where he averaged 21.4 points per game, yet he remains one of the league’s most notable players without an All-Star selection.

Denver Nuggets News / Denver Nuggets on SI / September 25

Nuggets Hit With Big Question Before 2025-26 NBA Season

After winning an NBA championship in 2023, the Denver Nuggets have suffered back-to-back second-round playoff exits, and they are looking to get back over the hump soon.

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Russell Westbrook News / Ball Exclusives / September 25

Russell Westbrook needs 506 points to become highest-scoring point guard in NBA history

Russell Westbrook is currently not on an NBA roster. He’s a free agent who has struggled to find teams interested in his services. Westbrook has played 17 seasons in the NBA and has accomplished a lot.

Nikola Jokic News / Denver Nuggets on SI / September 25

NBA Execs Say Nuggets’ Nikola Jokic Headed for Another MVP

Could Denver Nuggets' Nikola Jokic be headed for his fourth NBA MVP award? It seems personnel around the league think that's the most likely outcome at the end of this season.

Denver Nuggets News / NBA Analysis Network / September 24

Former Denver Nuggets star hints at early retirement, ‘because of the injuries and stuff’

The Denver Nuggets loaded up this summer becoming one of the biggest threats to the Oklahoma City Thunder ahead of the 2025-26 NBA season. The Nuggets added some much-needed reinforcements, trading for Cam Johnson, reuniting with Bruce Brown, signing Jonas Valanciunas and Tim Hardaway Jr.

Michael Porter Jr. News / Denver Nuggets on SI / September 24

Michael Porter Jr. Gets Real on Nuggets' Fleeting NBA Finals Win

Former Denver Nuggets forward Michael Porter Jr. has some eye-opening takeaways following the team's 2023 NBA Finals victory over the Miami Heat. When turning the clock back to just two years ago, the Finals ended in five games at home in Denver for what was the Nuggets' first-ever ring in franchise history.

Denver Nuggets News / Denver Nuggets on SI / September 24

Nuggets Reveal Official Training Camp Roster

The Denver Nuggets have officially unveiled their training camp roster heading into the 2025-26 NBA season. Here's the complete 19-man roster the Nuggets are rolling into camp with: - G Tamar Bates* - G Christian Braun - G Bruce Brown - C Moses Brown^ - F Kessler Edwards^ - F Aaron Gordon - G Tim Hardway Jr.

Russell Westbrook News / Fastbreak on SI / September 24

Russell Westbrook's FA Value Boosts After Ex-Teammate's Statement

Russell Westbrook remains an NBA free agent. As teams begin to fire up training camp, it’s unclear if Westbrook will be suited up for a team at the start of the year.

NBA News / Yardbarker / September 23

Is Russell Westbrook actually a good fit for Rockets?

The Rockets just got the worst kind of preseason news, as Fred VanVleet tore his right ACL during an offseason workout and is expected to miss the entire 2025-26 season. Inevitably, the conversation has turned to free agents.

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NBA News / Yardbarker / September 23