David Adelman sends strong message of trust for bench ahead of Nuggets season opener
Head coach David Adelman plans to trust a deeper rotation this season. Here is why leaning into the bench is crucial for the Denver Nuggets.
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The 5 biggest winners and 4 losers of the Nuggets preseason
The Nuggets' preseason is over. There were some big winners and some losers, too, of course.
Injury Updates: S. Jones, Dybantsa, Kennard, Heat, Magic
Nuggets forward Spencer Jones told reporters — including Bennett Durando of The Denver Post (Twitter link) — on Sunday that he’s on track to play in Thursday’s regular season opener at Oklahoma City. Jones tweaked his hamstring during training camp at the beginning of the month and subsequently underwent an MRI, which revealed a strain. […]
Nuggets player who will shock NBA world with breakout 2026-27 season
The Denver Nuggets are coming into the 2026-27 season hoping to regain their status as one of the Western Conference’s contending teams following a disappointing playoff flameout in the opening round against the Minnesota Timberwolves. In order to do so, the Nuggets are going to need some of the players on the back-end of their […] The post Nuggets player who will shock NBA world with breakout 2026-27 season appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Payton Pritchard doesn’t care about starting
Payton Pritchard has been a starter and a sixth man. Overlooked and then underpaid. Scouted as too small, then played a big part on a championship team. Now, he’s gone from making about $8 million a year to signing a two-year, $44.2 million extension. Through all of it, he says the starting label matters a […]
Julian Strawther's absence could fast-track Trevon Brazile into Nuggets' rotation
The Nuggets need to fill the three-point shooting void left behind by Julian Strawther's injury with Trevon Brazile.
Marvin Bagley's two-way play gives Nuggets a solid backup center
Marvin Bagley's strong showing against the Lakers shows why he's going to be a different backup center than the Nuggets have had before him.
Cavs, Nuggets, Pistons Waive Exhibit 10 Players
The Cavaliers, Nuggets, and Pistons have all waived the players who had been on Exhibit 10 contracts, according to NBA.com’s transaction log. Since each of those players was cut on Saturday, they’ll clear waivers on Monday, before the regular season begins, meaning Cleveland, Denver, and Detroit won’t be on the hook for any dead money. […]
BOLD Predictions For NBA MVP Finalists & Winner in 2026-27: Will Nikola Jokic Win a Fourth MVP?!
On Tuesday, the 2026-27 NBA season officially kicks off. This summer was eventful in the Association as some big-time talent […]
Trevon Brazile makes resting Aaron Gordon easier for Nuggets
Trevon Brazile has played exceptionally well this preseason, and the Nuggets need to start him whenever Aaron Gordon sits out for rest.
Nikola Jokic's three-point touch opens the paint for Nuggets to attack
Nikola Jokic's three-point shot came back against the Lakers, and it opened up the paint in the process.
Pickaxe and Roll: Denver Nuggets showed extra edge in Friday’s preseason finale
Blackburn reacts to the Denver Nuggets preseason win, impressive performances, and much more. The post Pickaxe and Roll: Denver Nuggets showed extra edge in Friday’s preseason finale appeared first on Mile High Sports .
LNN: Denver Nuggets shine in preseason finale vs Los Angeles Lakers
Jokic and Murray were aggressive on both ends of the floor in Denver's final preseason tuneup. The post LNN: Denver Nuggets shine in preseason finale vs Los Angeles Lakers appeared first on Mile High Sports .
Nuggets HC On Lakers Adding Walker Kessler Next To Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves: “It’s A Problem”
David Adelman thinks the Lakers were smart to get Walker Kessler from the Jazz.
Nuggets Notes: Brazile, DeRozan, T. Jones, Offense
Rookie forward Trevon Brazile made a compelling case for a regular season rotation role during the preseason, Nuggets insider Chris Dempsey writes at his Demps and Circumstance blog. In addition to bringing plus size and leaping ability at power forward, Brazile is a top-tier finisher around the basket and can stretch the floor from well […]
Walker Kessler reflects on guarding Nikola Jokic
Walker Kessler said facing Nikola Jokic in the Los Angeles Lakers’ preseason game against the Denver Nuggets helped him prepare for the regular season, describing the matchup as a valuable test against one of the NBA’s best players. “It knocked off a lot of rust,” Kessler said during his postgame press conference on Saturday, October […] The post Walker Kessler reflects on guarding Nikola Jokic appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
JJ Redick addresses pressure on Walker Kessler with Lakers
Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick believes Walker Kessler is ready to embrace the pressure that comes with playing center for one of the NBA’s most scrutinized franchises. Speaking after the Lakers’ 121-106 preseason loss to the Denver Nuggets on Saturday, October 16, Redick discussed the expectations facing Kessler following his arrival in Los […] The post JJ Redick addresses pressure on Walker Kessler with Lakers appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Julian Strawther sidelined for at least six weeks
Denver Nuggets wing Julian Strawther is expected to miss at least six weeks after suffering a sprained left knee during Wednesday’s preseason game. The 24-year-old will be re-evaluated in six weeks, putting his next medical assessment near the end of November. His actual return date will depend on how his recovery progresses. Strawther sustained the […] The post Julian Strawther sidelined for at least six weeks appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Lakers Preseason Observations: Game 5 vs Nuggets
A dress rehearsal and a reminder that Rome wasn’t built in a day
‘Knows How to Win at a Super High Level’ – Giannis Antetokounmpo, Heat Receive High Rating From 1 Western Conference Coach
Giannis Antetokounmpo has been given the task of reviving the Miami Heat, who have spent the past two seasons content with being a play-in team. The Heat are far from the team they were in 2023, when they reached the NBA Finals but lost to the Denver Nuggets. Team president Pat Riley has had enough [...]
Bronny James, Luka, Austin Reaves' Box Score Stats, Highlights from Lakers vs. Nuggets Preseason
The Los Angeles Lakers closed out the preseason on Friday night with a 121-106 loss to the Denver Nuggets.
Nikola Jokic’s Unstoppable Playmaking Leaves 1x All-Star Jarrett Allen in Awe With Powerful MVP Confession
Denver Nuggets star Nikola Jokic is regarded as one of the best stars in the NBA. Jokic has been a consistent All-Star, a three-time MVP and a champion. He’s become a matchup problem for most big men, even those who are considered prime defensive stars. His ability to score from everywhere and make plays for [...]
Jamal Murray Gets Called Underrated by 3-Time All-Star, Recalls How Nuggets Star’s Amazing Bubble Stint
Jamal Murray has been in the league since 2016, but it was only this year that he made his first All-Star Game appearance. That fact is baffling, as the Denver Nuggets star has been a consistent 20-point scorer since 2021. The 29-year-old guard, who was drafted seventh overall in 2016, has been Nikola Jokic’s second-best [...]
JJ Redick Addresses Lakers’ Lack Of Energy In Nuggets Loss And Pressure On Walker Kessler To Perform
JJ Redick reveals his thoughts on the Lakers' loss to the Nuggets and how Walker Kessler is dealing with the pressure of playing in the purple and gold jersey.
NBA Notes: Warriors, Dalen Terry, Pacers, Tyrese Haliburton, Nuggets
Warriors The Warriors plan to waive Dalen Terry, but they’d like to keep him around in the G League. Per Brett Siegel of ClutchPoints, Golden State likes Terry and suggests he could begin the season with Santa Cruz in the G League. Terry averaged 6.4 points, 3.4 rebounds, 2.8 assists and 1.2 steals in five […] The post NBA Notes: Warriors, Dalen Terry, Pacers, Tyrese Haliburton, Nuggets appeared first on Hoops Wire .
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