Nuggets made their priority crystal clear in Peyton Watson decision
The Nuggets decided to take a different route than bringing back Peyton Watson.
Nuggets
Latest news and updates about the Nuggets
Michael Porter Jr. Believes Transgender Women Should Disclose Their Gender Identity; Addresses Taiwan Encounter
Michael Porter Jr. finally addressed his viral Taiwan encounter, saying he still doesn’t know whether the woman was transgender.
Peyton Watson Allegedly Put NBA Future Ahead of Nuggets’ Playoff Push, Reveals New Report
Peyton Watson’s final months with the Denver Nuggets have taken another dramatic turn. The 23-year-old previously stated he fell under pressure to come back sooner from his injury. Now, a new report has shed more light on why the young forward remained sidelined throughout the round playoff series against the Minnesota Timberwolves. Watson was coming […] The post Peyton Watson Allegedly Put NBA Future Ahead of Nuggets’ Playoff Push, Reveals New Report appeared first on EssentiallySports .
‘I Had No Idea She Was Transgender’: NBA Champion Addresses Viral Taiwan Encounter
Brooklyn Nets forward Michael Porter Jr. has addressed for the first time a controversy surrounding a 2023 trip to Taiwan, saying he was unaware of the transgender identity of the woman he briefly met during the visit. Porter’s 2023 NBA championship with the Denver Nuggets came before the incident resurfaced online, and the controversy surrounding […] The post ‘I Had No Idea She Was Transgender’: NBA Champion Addresses Viral Taiwan Encounter appeared first on EssentiallySports .
LNN: Calvin Booth’s ghost still haunting Denver Nuggets
How far back did former GM Calvin Booth set the Nuggets with his decisions since the 2023 NBA Championship? The post LNN: Calvin Booth’s ghost still haunting Denver Nuggets appeared first on Mile High Sports .
LNN: How far back did Calvin Booth set the Nuggets? 😬
#denvernuggets #nuggets #milehighbasketball
Christian Braun Opens Up on People Writing Him Off, Expresses Confidence on Nuggets’ Chances This 2026-27 Season
The Denver Nuggets went through a tough August concerning one of their key players from last season and one talking point is about how they might have overpaid Christian Braun instead of another player. The Denver Nuggets went through a tough August concerning one of their key players from last season, while another talking point [...]
Nuggets refused to increase Peyton Watson contract offer
The Denver Nuggets made only one contract offer to Peyton Watson during his restricted free agency, according to Bennett Durando of The Denver Post, before ultimately trading the young forward to the Cleveland Cavaliers. Durando reported that Denver offered Watson a four-year contract with an ascending salary in the range of $18 million per year […] The post Nuggets refused to increase Peyton Watson contract offer appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Teams tried to exploit Nuggets in Cam Johnson talks
Several NBA teams attempted to use Denver’s salary-cap situation to extract additional draft compensation in trade discussions involving Cam Johnson, according to Bennett Durando of The Denver Post. Durando reported that rival teams approached the Nuggets with proposals that would have required Denver to attach draft picks to Johnson, believing the franchise was under pressure […] The post Teams tried to exploit Nuggets in Cam Johnson talks appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Nuggets showed interest in Clippers player before Peyton Watson trade
The Denver Nuggets were widely panned after a questionable offseason, which saw them trade Peyton Watson to the Cleveland Cavaliers, lose Tim Hardaway Jr. to the Miami Heat, waive Jonas Valanciunas, and not re-sign Bruce Brown. The Nuggets were forced to make those moves because of financial constraints, particularly with Watson, who was asking for […] The post Nuggets showed interest in Clippers player before Peyton Watson trade appeared first on ClutchPoints .
How NBA’s Second Apron Handcuffed Nuggets In Trade Talks For Cam Johnson And Peyton Watson
Several NBA teams reportedly tried to take advantage of the Denver Nuggets' financial woes this summer when they were trying to move Cameron Johnson and retain Peyton Watson.
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 market, Denver viewed Cleveland’s unprotected 2031 first-round pick as a more valuable asset than any player available in a potential Watson deal, team sources told Bennett Durando of The Denver Post. Here’s the other interesting part: The Nuggets aren’t necessarily planning to use it. Durando reports that Denver intends to eventually move the ...
Nuggets rejected trade offers for Cam Johnson to keep him in Denver
Denver turned down multiple trade offers for Cam Johnson, signaling a major role for the forward moving forward.
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 market, Denver viewed Cleveland’s unprotected 2031 first-round pick as a more valuable asset than any player available in a potential Watson deal, team sources told Bennett Durando of The […] The post Nuggets viewed Cavs’ first-round pick as more valuable than available players appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Nuggets showed true feelings towards Peyton Watson by never upping contract offer
The Nuggets obviously didn't want to keep Peyton Watson nearly as bad as people thought, based on a new report from the Denver Post.
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. Braun was the far more proven player through three […]
Nuggets Bracing for “Disaster” as Nikola Jokic’s Future Draws Giannis Antetokounmpo Comparison
The Denver Nuggets are betting on Nikola Jokic’s word. Jokic has repeatedly said he wants to spend the rest of his career in Denver, even after the Nuggets were eliminated by Minnesota in the first round of the 2026 playoffs. But with Jokic’s contract giving him a major decision in 2027, Denver’s decision to trust […] The post Nuggets Bracing for “Disaster” as Nikola Jokic’s Future Draws Giannis Antetokounmpo Comparison appeared first on EssentiallySports .
Jaden McDaniels is the perfect mentor for Cody Williams to unlock his potential
Cody Williams might never be Jaden McDaniels, but the two wings have clear similarities, and McDaniels could help unlock Williams' upside.
Can the Pistons trade for Michael Porter Jr. amid latest rumors? (And should they?)
Michael Porter Jr. may be on the trade block sooner rather than later.
Ranking Top NBA Free Agents Available Ahead of 2026-27 Season
Most NBA teams have locked in the heart of their 2026-27 rosters. The whirlwind of movement included LeBron James joining the Philadelphia 76ers, Peyton Watson being sign-and-traded from the Denver Nuggets to the Cleveland Cavaliers, and Jonathan Kuminga finally inking with the Minnesota Timberwolves at a relative discount.
Should the Raptors Trade For Nikola Jokic Next Summer?
There have been recently rumblings about Nikola Jokic and the Raptors, could we ever see him leave Denver? Jokic is set to make just over $59 million in the 2026-27 season, but has a player option for 2027-28, so he could become a free agent as early as next summer. If he was to ever […] The post Should the Raptors Trade For Nikola Jokic Next Summer? appeared first on Basketball Forever .
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. “Really excited to play with another All-Star and learn from him,” Braun told Sean Keeler of the Denver Post. “I’m […] The post Nuggets’ Christian Braun: ‘Excited to learn from DeMar DeRozan’ appeared first on Hoops Wire .
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. After leading Serbia past Victor Wembanyama and France in a FIBA World Cup […] The post Why Nuggets Fans Should Believe Jokić’s ‘Okay’ Prediction appeared first on The Lead .
Nuggets should lean harder on a distinct advantage no rival can match
The Nuggets have an advantage by playing in Denver, and they should utilize it to wear down their opponents in 2026-27.
Nuggets Guard Thinks Team Made the Right Move With DeMar DeRozan, Shares How 6-Time All-Star Can Help Him Personally
The Denver Nuggets lost an important player in free agency, but they quickly replaced him with DeMar DeRozan. The six-time All-Star signed a one-year, $3.9 million contract with the Western Conference contenders following a buyout with the Sacramento Kings, where he spent the last two seasons. He reportedly forfeited around $15 million from his supposed [...]
Displaying entries 701-725
of the latest 1,250