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Denver Nuggets Make Executive Moves

The 2025 NBA Draft is just around the corner, but the Denver Nuggets are making headlines just before the two-day event at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York.

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Nuggets Announce Major Change Days Before NBA Draft

The Denver Nuggets have made a massive personnel change just days before the 2025 NBA Draft's Wednesday tip-off. Denver owner Josh Kroenke controversially

NBA News / Hoops Wire / June 23

Nuggets Finalize Front Office Overhaul, Promote Ben Tenzer Ahead Of NBA Draft

The Denver Nuggets have reshaped their basketball operations leadership, promoting Ben Tenzer to executive vice president of basketball operations and hiring Minnesota Timberwolves executive Jon Wallace as executive vice president of player personnel, the team announced in a statement.

Denver Nuggets News / Athlon Sports / June 23

Nuggets Make Major Front Office Decision on Monday

The 2024-25 NBA season came to a close on Sunday night as the Oklahoma City Thunder defeated the Indiana Pacers in Game 7 of the NBA Finals to win the title.

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NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 23

Nuggets reunite with Timberwolves exec as part of front-office overhaul

Less than three days before the 2025 NBA Draft is set to commence, the Denver Nuggets finally have a front-office structure officially in place. The organization

Denver Nuggets News / Hoops Rumors / June 23

Ben Tenzer to become Nuggets’ EVP of basketball operations

The Nuggets will name Ben Tenzer executive vice president of basketball operations and add Timberwolves executive Jon Wallace to their front office as executive vice president of player personnel, sources tell Shams Charania of ESPN (Twitter link).

Denver Nuggets News / Athlon Sports / June 22

Nuggets' Veteran Makes Major Decision Before Free Agency

The Denver Nuggets are coming off an interesting season. Despite firing their head coach and general manager just days before the end of the regular season, the Nuggets found postseason success, defeating the then-red-hot Los Angeles Clippers in the first round of the NBA Playoffs.

Denver Nuggets News / Denver Nuggets on SI / June 22

Stephen A. Smith Urges Russell Westbrook to Reunite With Kevin Durant

Kevin Durant and Russell Westbrook will always be regarded as some of the greatest players in Oklahoma City Thunder history. The two were a dynamic duo for years, reaching multiple Western Conference Finals and the NBA Finals in 2012.

Denver Nuggets News / Denver Nuggets on SI / June 22

Denver Nuggets Player Re-Signs With Team

Free agency begins in a little over a week for the NBA, but some players have player options to decide on by then. The Denver Nuggets already saw one player decide to hit free agency, as Russell Westbrook declined his $3.4 million option.

Nikola Jokic News / The SportsRush / June 22

EXCLUSIVE: Langston Galloway Explains What Makes European Players Like Nikola Jokic Different From American Talent

After going undrafted in the 2014 NBA Draft, Langston Galloway went on to have a successful eight-year career in the league. The veteran combo guard earned nearly $30 million through NBA contracts by 2022.

Kevin Durant News / Denver Nuggets on SI / June 22

Denver Nuggets Among Wild-Card Teams in Kevin Durant trade

The Phoenix Suns finally made the move to trade Kevin Durant on Sunday, mere hours before Game 7 of the NBA Finals. The NBA's 8th all-time leading scorer was sent to the Houston Rockets for Jalen Green, Dillon Brooks, the 10th overall pick, and five second-round picks.

Dario Saric News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 22

Nuggets’ Dario Saric makes $5.4 million contract decision ahead of free agency

The Denver Nuggets are currently in the middle of what could be a highly important offseason for the future direction of the franchise. Denver is coming off of a seven-game playoff loss to the eventual Western Conference champion Oklahoma City Thunder in the second round.

Denver Nuggets News / Athlon Sports / June 21

Nuggets Keeping 'Options Open' on Potentially Trading Star Player: Report

The Denver Nuggets are coming off an up-and-down season that saw them finish fourth in the Western Conference standings but eventually be eliminated in the second round of the playoffs.

Denver Nuggets News / Hoops Wire / June 21

Clock Ticking for Nuggets Without Full-Time GM in Place

The NBA Draft is five days away. Free agency follows right behind. The Denver Nuggets? Still without a permanent general manager. It’s not ideal. As the Denver Post’s Sean Keeler notes, interim GM Ben Tenzer remains in place — but the interim tag carries weight this time of year.

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NBA News / The SportsRush / June 21

Kenyon Martin Calls Out Legendary Head Coach, Claims Carmelo Anthony-Led Nuggets Could Have Won a Championship in 2009

To their fans and in the NBA’s lore of the late 2000s, the 2008–09 Denver Nuggets remain one of the most memorable teams. At the peak of his powers, Carmelo Anthony led the Mile-High City squad in his sixth NBA season.

Denver Nuggets News / Denver Nuggets on SI / June 20

New Report on Surprise Team Targeting Nuggets Reserve

The Denver Nuggets are in need of some financial flexibility this offseason as they try to upgrade their roster around Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray. They relied on their top players too much, and as we're seeing in the NBA Finals, having quality depth matters in today's NBA.

Denver Nuggets News / Denver Nuggets on SI / June 20

Concerning Denver Nuggets News Before NBA Draft

Nikola Jokić made his offseason wish list simple: He wanted a different roster, as the one he currently headlines "can't" win a championship. He also wanted more depth.

Michael Porter Jr. News / Athlon Sports / June 19

Nuggets Predicted to Swap Michael Porter Jr. For Former No. 1 Pick in 3-Team Deal With Heat, Hawks

The Denver Nuggets head into the offseason with decisions to make. They shocked many when they announced the firing of head coach Michael Malone. Malone and the team were reportedly at odds for the entire season, evident with Malone's quote stating the team doesn't watch film.

George Karl News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 19

Kenyon Martin blames George Karl for Nuggets not winning title

One thing about Kenyon Martin is that he’s known for his honesty, specifically when it comes to his time playing for the Denver Nuggets. Martin has been blunt about his experience at that time and specifically his relationship with former Nuggets coach George Karl.

George Karl News / The SportsRush / June 19

Former Nugget Shades George Karl, Claims Nuggets Would’ve Beaten Lakers in 2009 With a 'Different Coach'

One of the biggest “what-if” teams in basketball history is the 2009 Denver Nuggets. That squad was stacked with talent from top to bottom, but came up short against the Lakers in the Western Conference Finals.

Denver Nuggets News / Hoops Wire / June 17

Nuggets Parting Ways With Assistant GM Tommy Balcetis

The Denver Nuggets are parting ways with assistant general manager Tommy Balcetis, according to Harrison Wind of DNVR Sports and later confirmed by multiple outlets.

Russell Westbrook News / Yardbarker / June 13

Three potential landing spots for Russell Westbrook

Russell Westbrook enjoyed a strong season with the Denver Nuggets. After multiple tough years with both the Los Angeles Lakers and LA Clippers, he re-established himself as part of Denver's second unit.

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