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Denver Nuggets News / Hoops Wire / September 7
Nuggets viewed Cavs’ first-round pick as more valuable than available players
The Nuggets didn’t get a player back when they sent Peyton Watson to the Cavaliers. Apparently, that was very much by design. After surveying the trade
NBA News / Hoops Rumors / September 7
More Details On Peyton Watson’s Departure From Nuggets
The first sign that Peyton Watson might eventually part ways with the Nuggets came last October, when the team prioritized signing Christian Braun to a five-year, $125MM rookie scale extension and bypassed a rookie scale deal with Watson, as Bennett Durando of The Denver Post details.
Denver Nuggets News / Denver Nuggets on SI / September 7
3 Nuggets Who Are in Desperate Need of a Bounceback Season
The Denver Nuggets' roster, while having seen a few noteworthy changes over the course of this offseason, still has several components of last year's group onboard for another year.
The 'Most points in a game by NBA team' quiz
How many of the players to score the most points in one game for each NBA team in the 2025-26 season can you name in five minutes?
Cameron Johnson News / Denver Nuggets on SI / September 7
Why the Nuggets Failed to Trade Cameron Johnson This Offseason
It was no secret that the Denver Nuggets were active in trade discussions this offseason. Before ultimately deciding to ship Peyton Watson to the Cleveland Cavaliers in a sign-and-trade that netted them a future first-round and second-round pick, the Nuggets were fielding other trade offers.
The 25 greatest NBA Finals performances of all-time
The regular season is important, but NBA legends are made in the playoffs. More specifically, it's the Finals where the all-time greats have built their otherworldly reputations.
Denver Nuggets News / Hoops Wire / September 6
Nuggets’ Christian Braun: ‘Excited to learn from DeMar DeRozan’
Christian Braun sounds pretty happy with the Nuggets’ latest addition. Denver signed six-time All-Star DeMar DeRozan to a one-year minimum contract this offseason, adding another proven scorer to a roster that underwent some significant changes.
Denver Nuggets News / The Lead / September 6
Why Nuggets Fans Should Believe Jokić’s ‘Okay’ Prediction
Nikola Jokić does not do empty optimism. So when the three-time MVP was asked about the Denver Nuggets’ decision to trade Peyton Watson and offered a calm assessment of the team’s future, it carried more weight than the usual offseason platitudes.
Peyton Watson News / Denver Nuggets on SI / September 5
What Nuggets Assistant Coach Said About Losing Peyton Watson
The Denver Nuggets lost a few pieces from last year's roster over the course of this most recentl offseason–– but their biggest departure has been none other than 23-year-old forward Peyton Watson.
Denver Nuggets News / Denver Nuggets on SI / September 5
3 Subtle Rotation Changes the Nuggets Should Make Next Season
The Denver Nuggets' rotation is going to look a little bit different this season––primarily in the second unit. Many pieces have come in and gone out through the offseason, while a few others have stuck onboard across the roster turnover.
Denver Nuggets News / Denver Nuggets on SI / September 4
Three Nuggets Players Rated Way Too Low in NBA 2K27
There is no question that the Denver Nuggets have one of the best rosters in the NBA. Led by three-time MVP Nikola Jokic, this Nuggets team should be competing for a championship every year.
DeMar DeRozan News / The Lead / September 4
DeMar DeRozan Will Win Sixth Man of the Year
Fans and media alike have spent this summer trashing the Denver Nuggets. They’ve torn apart Denver’s disastrous playoff collapse. They’ve criticized the Nuggets’ free agency moves (or lack thereof).
The 25 best NBA players to never play in college
Typically, the path to the NBA for most players is to spend at least a season in college to get high-level basketball and important development under their belts.
Nikola Jokic News / Hoops Habit / September 3
The Nuggets may have slammed Nikola Jokic's championship window shut
The Denver Nuggets are in possibly the worst financial position in the entire league. A complete lack of foresight and planning is wasting the prime of one of the greatest players in the history of the league, Nikola Jokic.
Denver Nuggets News / Denver Nuggets on SI / September 3
These 4 Nuggets Players Could Be Playing Their Final Seasons in Denver
The Denver Nuggets are a little less than two months away from tipping off their 2026-27 regular season. And in the process of starting their next season,
Denver Nuggets News / Denver Nuggets on SI / September 3
Best and Worst Case Scenarios for the Nuggets This Season
The Denver Nuggets faced their worst-case scenario last season. The team was ravaged by injuries, and even though they were healthier by the playoffs, they suffered a first-round exit.
Denver Nuggets News / Denver Nuggets on SI / September 2
Projecting Each Nuggets Starter's Stat Line for 2026-27 Season
When healthy, the Denver Nuggets have one of the best starting lineups in the NBA. Last season, their lineup of Jamal Murray, Christian Braun, Cameron Johnson, Aaron Gordon, and Nikola Jokic posted a +12.9 net rating and finished with a 18-5 record through 23 games together.
MLB News / Yardbarker / September 1
Stan Kroenke will bring championship pedigree to Angels as new owner
Adding another Los Angeles-based franchised to his portfolio, Kroenke has reached an agreement to purchase the Los Angeles Angels.
Nikola Jokic News / EssentiallySports / September 1
Concerning Nikola Jokic Update Emerges During FIBA Qualifiers as Serbian Coach Reveals Nuggets Star’s Condition
A quiet performance from Nikola Jokic in Serbia’s latest World Cup qualifier raised questions before the real concern emerged. The Denver Nuggets superstar went almost invisible against Italy, but his numbers alone did not explain the off-colour showcase.
DeMar DeRozan News / Yardbarker / August 31
Nuggets could make costly mistake with DeMar DeRozan decision
The Denver Nuggets are in hot water this offseason after their decision to trade Peyton Watson away for financial reasons.
Denver Nuggets News / Hoops Wire / August 31
Nuggets camp invitee Mark Mitchell headed back to Missouri
Mark Mitchell was headed to Nuggets training camp. Then he was headed to Kentucky. Now he’s headed back to Missouri. Welcome to college basketball in 2026.
Denver Nuggets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 31
Peyton Watson shades Nuggets for pressuring him to return from injury too quickly
After Peyton Watson’s sign-and-trade to the Cleveland Cavs, he reflected on the right hamstring injury that sidelined him in his last season with the Denver Nuggets.
Spencer Jones News / Fadeaway World / August 31
Spencer Jones Reveals How He Plans To Spend His $6 Million Salary: Just $100K On Living Expenses
Amid the looming woes of the second apron, the Nuggets matched the two-year, $12 million offer sheet for restricted free agent Spencer Jones earlier this summer, in a move that essentially confirmed Peyton Watson’s exit from Denver.
Jonas Valanciunas News / Hoops Rumors / August 27
Nuggets To Use Stretch Provision On Jonas Valanciunas
The Nuggets will use the stretch provision to spread the $2MM cap charge left on Jonas Valanciunas‘ contract across three seasons, reports Michael Scotto of HoopsHype (Twitter link).
Spencer Jones News / Yardbarker / August 21
Thunder are winning big by helping force the Nuggets decline
The Denver Nuggets took the Oklahoma City Thunder to seven games in the 2025 NBA playoffs. Since then, one of the Thunder's biggest rivals has gotten worse, and the Thunder directly benefit in multiple ways.
Peyton Watson News / Yardbarker / August 20
Nuggets' development strategy fizzles out with Peyton Watson departure
After trading for Aaron Gordon, the Denver Nuggets committed to supplementing their expensive core with affordable young talent. Years later, there's very little to show for that youth movement.
Nikola Jokic News / Yardbarker / August 20
Nikola Jokic losing reasons to stay after Denver Nuggets make money-saving trade
The Denver Nuggets finally sent Peyton Watson to the Cavaliers in return for some much-needed salary cap relief. What does that mean for the Nuggets, particularly Nikola Jokic?
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