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May 17, 2026 at 6:29 p.m.

How many first-place MVP votes did Nikola Jokic receive this season? See how he compared...

Aaron Gordon (32) of the Denver Nuggets celebrates with Jamal Murray (27) after making a clutch two over Robert Williams III (35) of the Portland Trail Blazers during the fourth quarter of the Nuggets’ 137-132 overtime win at Ball Arena in Denver on Monday, April 6, 2026. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post)

Why are Jamal Murray, Aaron Gordon in Nuggets trade rumors? It’s all about the money | Journal

May 15, 2026 at 5:50 p.m.

Breaking down the possible trade landscape for two of the Nuggets' best players as tough...

Head coach David Adelman of the Denver Nuggets calls a timeout during the first quarter of Game 6 of their NBA Playoffs series against the Minnesota Timberwolves at the Target Center in Minneapolis, Minnesota on Thursday, April 30, 2026. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post)

How much blame does Nuggets’ David Adelman deserve for NBA playoff exit?

May 13, 2026 at 8:33 a.m.

Looking back on Denver's 2025 front office moves, evaluating David Adelman's public demeanor and measuring...

Peyton Watson (8) of the Denver Nuggets talks to referee referee Tyler Ricks (95) during the second quarter against the Golden State Warriors at Ball Arena in Denver on Sunday, March 29, 2026. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post)

Nuggets offseason questions: Will Peyton Watson exit in free agency? Who’s in charge of decisions?

May 10, 2026 at 5:45 a.m.

After a disappointing first-round exit to rival Minnesota in the NBA Playoffs, Denver's front office...

Anthony Edwards (5) of the Minnesota Timberwolves drives between Michael Porter Jr. (1) and Jamal Murray (27) of the Denver Nuggets during the first quarter at Ball Arena in Denver on Wednesday, March 12, 2025. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post)

Keeler: Nuggets, Nikola Jokic need athletic defenders, not Michael Porter Jr.’s revisionist history

May 9, 2026 at 10:46 a.m.

Remember when Nuggets were eliminated from the postseason by Minnesota in 2024? No? Michael Porter...

Nikola Jokic (15) of the Denver Nuggets drives by Rudy Gobert (27) of the Minnesota Timberwolves during the third quarter of the Timberwolves’ 110-98 Game 6 first round NBA Playoffs series win at the Target Center in Minneapolis, Minnesota on Thursday, April 30, 2026. Minnesota eliminated the Nuggets 4-2. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post)

Josh Kroenke on Nuggets offseason: ‘Everything on the table’ except a Nikola Jokic trade

May 8, 2026 at 4:29 p.m.

Nuggets team president Josh Kroenke fielded questions Friday on paying the luxury tax and what...

Head coach David Adelman of the Denver Nuggets watches the action during the fourth quarter of the Minnesota Timberwolves’ 110-98 Game 6 NBA Playoffs series win at the Target Center in Minneapolis, Minnesota on Thursday, April 30, 2026. Minnesota eliminated the Nuggets 4-2. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post)

Nuggets president Josh Kroenke doubles down on confidence in coach David Adelman

May 8, 2026 at 4:32 p.m.

With Nuggets coach David Adelman returning for a second season after a first-round exit from...

Christian Braun (0) of the Denver Nuggets celebrates making a three pointer against the Minnesota Timberwolves during the fourth quarter of the Nuggets’ 125-113 win in Game 5 of their NBA Playoffs series on Monday, April 27, 2026. The Timberwolves lead 3-2 as they head back to Minneapolis for game six. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post)

Renck: Nuggets need leader like Avalanche’s Gabe Landeskog. It’s not Christian Braun.

May 6, 2026 at 1:44 p.m.

The fact that Braun felt comfortable talking the way he did tells you everything that...

Christian Braun (0) of the Denver Nuggets huddles teammates before Game 6 of their NBA Playoffs series against the Minnesota Timberwolves at the Target Center in Minneapolis, Minnesota on Thursday, April 30, 2026. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post)

Nuggets’ Christian Braun, after playing through injuries in NBA Playoffs, vows to perform up to contract

May 8, 2026 at 7:35 p.m.

"I could blame my ankle," Braun said. "I could blame injuries that people don't know...

Jamal Murray (27) of the Denver Nuggets celebrates with Aaron Gordon (32) after making a half court shot to end the frame during the second quarter against the Minnesota Timberwolves at Ball Arena in Denver on Monday, April 20, 2026. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post)

Should Nuggets trade Jamal Murray, Aaron Gordon or Cam Johnson?

May 4, 2026 at 2:10 p.m.

Aaron Gordon is not the problem. But in pursuing a solution, poison pills must be...

Nikola Jokic (15) of the Denver Nuggets stands the sideline as the Minnesota Timberwolves crowd chants “na na na na, na na na na, hey, hey goodbye,” during the fourth quarter of the Timberwolves’ 110-98 Game 6 NBA Playoffs series win at the Target Center in Minneapolis, Minnesota on Thursday, April 30, 2026. Minnesota eliminated the Nuggets 4-2. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post)

Nuggets 2026 offseason preview: Trades, Peyton Watson free agency and more roster dilemmas loom

May 3, 2026 at 6:00 a.m.

Nikola Jokic is due a contract extension. And the Denver Nuggets have tough decisions to...

Nikola Jokic (15) of the Denver Nuggets speaks to members of the media after the Minnesota Timberwolves’ 110-98 Game 6 NBA Playoffs series win at the Target Center in Minneapolis, Minnesota on Thursday, April 30, 2026. Minnesota eliminated the Nuggets 4-2. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post)

Nuggets, Nikola Jokic at a crossroads after NBA Playoffs disaster against rival Timberwolves

May 4, 2026 at 11:21 a.m.

On one side of the curtain, the Nuggets tried to collect themselves. Dumbfounded, duped and...

Renck: Sinking, aging Nuggets must consider major changes from coach to players

May 1, 2026 at 5:00 p.m.

The Timberwolves exposed the Nuggets as a fraud. So bad was this loss, so awful...

Head coach David Adelman of the Denver Nuggets speaks to members of the media after the Minnesota Timberwolves’ 110-98 Game 6 NBA Playoffs series win at the Target Center in Minneapolis, Minnesota on Thursday, April 30, 2026. Minnesota eliminated the Nuggets 4-2. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post)

Nuggets’ Nikola Jokic says David Adelman not to blame for NBA Playoffs collapse

May 1, 2026 at 1:59 a.m.

"Definitely if we were in Serbia," Nikola Jokic said after the Nuggets' season-ending loss on...

Head coach Chris Finch of the Minnesota Timberwolves argues a call during the third quarter of the Timberwolves’ 110-98 Game 6 first round NBA Playoffs series win over the Denver Nuggets at the Target Center in Minneapolis, Minnesota on Thursday, April 30, 2026. Minnesota eliminated the Nuggets 4-2. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post)

Timberwolves’ Chris Finch after Game 6 win: ‘Nuggets chose to play us. We used that as motivation’

May 1, 2026 at 9:04 a.m.

To hear Minnesota Chris Finch tell it, the Nuggets might as well have raised a...

Will Nikola Jokic sign contract extension with Nuggets after latest NBA Playoffs loss to Timberwolves?

May 1, 2026 at 8:37 a.m.

'I still want to be Nuggets forever,' the superstar center said after Denver's season-ending loss...

Jamal Murray (27) of the Denver Nuggets walks off the court after the Minnesota Timberwolves’ 110-98 Game 6 NBA Playoffs series win at the Target Center in Minneapolis, Minnesota on Thursday, April 30, 2026. Minnesota eliminated the Nuggets 4-2. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post)

Nuggets’ Jamal Murray takes blame after embarrassing Game 6 loss to Timberwolves

May 1, 2026 at 9:05 a.m.

The Timberwolves, in general, and Jaden McDaniels, specifically, made life miserable for the Nuggets' Jamal...

Nikola Jokic (15) of the Denver Nuggets untucks his jersey after the Minnesota Timberwolves’ 110-98 Game 6 win in their first round NBA Playoffs series at the Target Center in Minneapolis, Minnesota on Thursday, April 30, 2026. Minnesota eliminated the Nuggets 4-2. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post)

PHOTOS: Denver Nuggets fall to Minnesota Timberwolves 110-98 in Game 6 of first-round NBA playoff series

May 1, 2026 at 10:29 a.m.

The Minnesota Timberwolves eliminated the Denver Nuggets by way of a 110-98 win in Game...

Jaden McDaniels (3) of the Minnesota Timberwolves defends Jamal Murray (27) of the Denver Nuggets during the first quarter of Game 6 of their NBA Playoffs series at the Target Center in Minneapolis, Minnesota on Thursday, April 30, 2026. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post)

Timberwolves end Nuggets’ season in Game 6, Jaden McDaniels gets last laugh

May 1, 2026 at 6:23 a.m.

Jaden McDaniels locked up Jamal Murray, Nikola Jokic remained inconsistent and off-balance despite an excellent...

Head coach David Adelman of the Denver Nuggets reacts after Spencer Jones (21) was called for fouling Jaden McDaniels (3) of the Minnesota Timberwolves as they tied up for control of the ball during the first quarter of Game 4 of their NBA Playoffs series at the Target Center in Minneapolis, Minnesota on Saturday, April 25, 2026. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post)

Nuggets’ David Adelman elaborates on why he didn’t rip team after Game 4 playoff loss

April 30, 2026 at 7:48 p.m.

As the Nuggets' first-round playoff series seemingly unraveled on them, their rookie head coach caught...

Jamal Murray (27) of the Denver Nuggets in the face of Bones Hyland (8) of the Minnesota Timberwolves after dunking during the fourth quarter of the Nuggets’ 125-113 win in game five of their NBA Playoffs series on Monday, April 27, 2026. The Timberwolves lead 3-2 as they head back to Minneapolis for game six. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post)

Nuggets’ Aaron Gordon questionable for Game 6 as NBA Playoffs’ best series shifts to Timberwolves’ court

April 29, 2026 at 10:34 p.m.

Notes from Nuggets practice in Minneapolis ahead of Game 6 of a first-round playoff series.

Denver Broncos quarterback Bo Nix celebrates winning the game against New York Giants with head coach Sean Payton at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver on Sunday, Oct. 19, 2025. Denver won 33-32. (Photo by Hyoung Chang/The Denver Post)

Keeler: If Broncos, Bo Nix can’t get on the same page with his ankle, what happens when it’s contract time?

April 30, 2026 at 1:26 a.m.

Can the Broncos get on the same page with their QB1? On Jan. 27, they...

Spencer Jones (21) of the Denver Nuggets cooly celebrates after hitting a three pointer against the Minnesota Timberwolves during the third quarter of game five of their NBA Playoffs series on Monday, April 27, 2026. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post)

How Nuggets’ Spencer Jones laid groundwork for NBA playoff heroics by breaking a teammate’s tooth

April 28, 2026 at 11:56 a.m.

Spencer Jones laid the groundwork for playoff minutes back at training camp. "He was hacking...

Bruce Brown (11) of the Denver Nuggets roars in front of fans after dunking against the Minnesota Timberwolves during the second quarter of game five of their NBA Playoffs series on Monday, April 27, 2026. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post)

Renck: Nuggets punch back, shut up Jaden McDaniels in Game 5 throttling of Timberwolves

April 28, 2026 at 6:14 a.m.

It was The Other Guys who delivered. It was The Other Guys who turned passive...

Jaden McDaniels (3) of the Minnesota Timberwolves reacts to committing a foul against the Denver Nuggets during the third quarter of game five of their NBA Playoffs series on Monday, April 27, 2026. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post)

Timberwolves’ Jaden McDaniels leans into Ball Arena’s boos in Nuggets’ Game 5 win: ‘I love it’

By Luca Evans

April 28, 2026 at 1:18 p.m.

The heel, on Monday night, just could not shake the foul stench.

Christian Braun (0) of the Denver Nuggets calms down Nikola Jokic (15) after he took contact from Jaden McDaniels (3) of the Minnesota Timberwolves during the third quarter of game five of their NBA Playoffs series on Monday, April 27, 2026. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post)

PHOTOS: Denver Nuggets beat Minnesota Timberwolves 125-113 in Game 5 of first-round NBA playoff series

April 28, 2026 at 9:32 a.m.

The Denver Nuggets beat the Minnesota Timberwolves 125-113 in Game 5 of their first-round NBA...

Jamal Murray (27) of the Denver Nuggets drives as Jaden McDaniels (3) of the Minnesota Timberwolves defends during the second quarter of game five of their NBA Playoffs series on Monday, April 27, 2026. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post)

Nuggets cruise to Game 5 win over Timberwolves, staving off elimination in NBA playoffs

April 27, 2026 at 11:27 p.m.

If a technical foul was the punishment, then so be it, Christian Braun decided. It...

Nikola Jokic (15) of the Denver Nuggets and Julius Randle (30) of the Minnesota Timberwolves engage as Kyle Anderson (12) enters the mix with Christian Braun (0) and Spencer Jones (21) with a second to play during the fourth quarter of the Timberwolves’ 112-96 win in game four of their NBA Playoffs series at the Target Center in Minneapolis, Minnesota on Saturday, April 25, 2026. Both Jokic and Randle were ejected as a result. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post)

Timberwolves’ Chris Finch reacts to NBA not suspending any Nuggets after Nikola Jokic altercation

April 27, 2026 at 8:34 p.m.

"Thought the league did an outstanding job adjudicating that situation," Chris Finch said. "Honestly, I'm...

Nikola Jokic (15) of the Denver Nuggets and Rudy Gobert (27) of the Minnesota Timberwolves stand side by side on the court during the third quarter of the Timberwolves’ 112-96 win in game four of their NBA Playoffs series at the Target Center in Minneapolis, Minnesota on Saturday, April 25, 2026. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post)

Is this Nikola Jokic’s most disappointing NBA Playoffs series with Nuggets?

April 27, 2026 at 2:52 p.m.

In the first four games of the series, the 31-year-old shot 39.1% from the field,...

Nuggets coach David Adelman’s defiant comments defending team after Game 4 loss Timberwolves

April 26, 2026 at 2:30 p.m.

The Nuggets have been able to diagnose their problems against Minnesota. But they were at...

Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards kneels on the court after sustaining an injury during the first half of Game 4 of a first-round NBA basketball playoff series against the Denver Nuggets, Saturday, April 25, 2026, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Abbie Parr)

Wolves’ Anthony Edwards has bone bruise in left knee and is likely to miss weeks, AP source says

By The Associated Press

April 26, 2026 at 10:34 a.m.

Edwards was hurt in the first half of Minnesota’s 112-96 win over the Denver Nuggets...

Jamal Murray (27) of the Denver Nuggets wipes his face during the third quarter of the Minnesota Timberwolves’ 112-96 win in game four of their NBA Playoffs series at the Target Center in Minneapolis, Minnesota on Saturday, April 25, 2026. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post)

PHOTOS: Denver Nuggets vs. Minnesota Timberwolves in Game 4 of first-round NBA playoff series

April 25, 2026 at 11:26 p.m.

The Denver Nuggets take on the Minnesota Timberwolves in Game 4 of their best-of-seven series...

Nikola Jokic (15) of the Denver Nuggets leaves the floor upon being ejected along with Julius Randle (30) of the Minnesota Timberwolves after the two engaged in a physical altercation during the fourth quarter of the Timberwolves’ 112-96 win in game four of their NBA Playoffs series at the Target Center in Minneapolis, Minnesota on Saturday, April 25, 2026. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post)

Renck: Nuggets, Nikola Jokic show fight against Timberwolves with a second left. That sums up this lopsided series.

April 26, 2026 at 2:32 p.m.

The Nuggets can try to convince themselves they are in this position because they are...

Nuggets’ Nikola Jokic ejected for charging Jaden McDaniels at end of Game 4 loss to Timberwolves

April 26, 2026 at 7:11 p.m.

Nikola Jokic and the Nuggets react to Jaden McDaniels' last-second layup in Game 4.

Jamal Murray (27) of the Denver Nuggets loses the ball as Mike Conley (10) of the Minnesota Timberwolves defends during the third quarter of the Timberwolves’ 112-96 win in game four of their NBA Playoffs series at the Target Center in Minneapolis, Minnesota on Saturday, April 25, 2026. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post)

Timberwolves overcome injuries to Anthony Edwards, Donte DiVincenzo to push Nuggets to brink in NBA Playoffs

April 25, 2026 at 11:00 p.m.

The Nuggets were overwhelmed again by the Timberwolves. Not by Anthony Edwards this time, but...

Aaron Gordon (32) of the Denver Nuggets locks in before game four of the Nuggets’ NBA Playoffs series against the Minnesota Timberwolves at the Target Center in Minneapolis, Minnesota on Saturday, April 25, 2026. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post)

Nuggets-Timberwolves Game 4: Aaron Gordon available in must-win playoff game for Denver

April 25, 2026 at 7:23 p.m.

The Nuggets are 27-9 when Gordon plays this season. They're 27-20 when he doesn't, including...

Ayo Dosunmu (13) of the Minnesota Timberwolves defends Christian Braun (0) of the Denver Nuggets during the second quarter at the Target Center in Minneapolis, Minnesota on Thursday, April 23, 2026. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post)

Nuggets and Timberwolves can’t escape each other. Their rivalry is escalating in 2026 NBA playoffs.

April 25, 2026 at 6:00 a.m.

As Jaden McDaniels ups the stakes in Round 3 of Nuggets-Timberwolves, here's why it has...

Nikola Jokic (15) of the Denver Nuggets yells to teammates from the bench during the third quarter of the Minnesota Timberwolves’ 113-96 win at the Target Center in Minneapolis, Minnesota on Thursday, April 23, 2026. Minnesota took a 2-1 best-of-seven series lead. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post)

Nikola Jokic knows he must score more efficiently to save Nuggets in NBA Playoffs after Game 3 dud

April 24, 2026 at 11:22 a.m.

"He had a tough night," David Adelman said of his star center. "And it happens...

PHOTOS: Denver Nuggets vs. Minnesota Timberwolves in Game 3 of first-round NBA playoff series

April 23, 2026 at 11:27 p.m.

The Denver Nuggets face the Minnesota Timberwolves in Game 3 of their best-of-seven series in...

Nikola Jokic (15) of the Denver Nuggets wipes his face on the bench as he sits by Christian Braun (0) during the third quarter of the Minnesota Timberwolves’ 113-96 win at the Target Center in Minneapolis, Minnesota on Thursday, April 23, 2026. Minnesota took a 2-1 best-of-seven series lead. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post)

Renck: Nuggets get punked by Timberwolves, fail to punch back in embarrassing Game 3 loss

April 24, 2026 at 10:38 a.m.

The Nuggets have lost plenty of playoff games the past two springs, but few have...

Christian Braun (0) and Spencer Jones (21) of the Denver Nuggets chew on towels as they sit on the bench during the third quarter of the Timberwolves’ 113-96 win at the Target Center in Minneapolis, Minnesota on Thursday, April 23, 2026. Minnesota took a 2-1 best-of-seven series lead. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post)

Timberwolves back up talk, blast Nuggets without Aaron Gordon in Game 3 of NBA Playoffs series

April 23, 2026 at 11:38 p.m.

Through three games, Denver's two best offensive players have been defeated by Minnesota's top two...

Aaron Gordon (32) of the Denver Nuggets reacts to being called for a foul during the second quarter against the Minnesota Timberwolves at Ball Arena in Denver on Monday, April 20, 2026. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post)

Nuggets-Timberwolves Game 3: Aaron Gordon out with calf injury

April 23, 2026 at 8:02 p.m.

The latest on Aaron Gordon, who was questionable on the Nuggets injury report before Game...

Aaron Gordon (32) of the Denver Nuggets drives on Jaden McDaniels (3) of the Minnesota Timberwolves during the fourth quarter of the Timberwolves’ 119-114 win at Ball Arena in Denver on Monday, April 20, 2026. Minnesota tied the best-of-seven series 1-1. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post)

Why Jaden McDaniels’ insult of Denver Nuggets defense was ironic | Analysis

April 22, 2026 at 7:28 p.m.

"They've just been saying a lot. All season. All series," said Cam Johnson, who was...

Nikola Jokic (15) of the Denver Nuggets reacts to throwing an errant pass during the first quarter against the Minnesota Timberwolves at Ball Arena in Denver on Monday, April 20, 2026. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post)

PHOTOS: Denver Nuggets drop Game 2 to Minnesota Timberwolves, 119-114 in first-round of NBA playoffs

April 21, 2026 at 12:19 p.m.

The Denver Nuggets lost 119-114 to the Minnesota Timberwolves in Game 2 of their first-round...

Nikola Jokic (15) of the Denver Nuggets shouts to teammates as Bones Hyland (8) and Ayo Dosunmu (13) of the Minnesota Timberwolves stand nearby during the third quarter at Ball Arena in Denver on Monday, April 20, 2026. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post)

Christian Braun missed clutch free throw, but Nikola Jokic regrets not shooting floater in Nuggets’ Game 2 loss

April 21, 2026 at 7:58 a.m.

"Gotta take that one on the chin. That's on me," Christian Braun said of his...

Rudy Gobert (27) of the Minnesota Timberwolves throws Jonas Valanciunas (17) of the Denver Nuggets into Tim Hardaway Jr. (10) during the second quarter at Ball Arena in Denver on Monday, April 20, 2026. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post)

Renck: Does Minnesota’s Rudy Gobert have cheat code for Nuggets’ Nikola Jokic? Mouthy Timberwolves seem to think so.

April 21, 2026 at 8:02 a.m.

Rudy Gobert made everything hard. He turned every trip into the paint into an episode...

Anthony Edwards (5) of the Minnesota Timberwolves shakes hands with Jaden McDaniels (3) after drawing a foul from Tim Hardaway Jr. (10) of the Denver Nuggets as Aaron Gordon (32) reacts during the third quarter at Ball Arena in Denver on Monday, April 20, 2026. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post)

Timberwolves’ Jaden McDaniels takes shots at Nikola Jokic, Jamal Murray: ‘They’re all bad defenders’

April 21, 2026 at 6:54 a.m.

Timberwolves wing Jaden McDaniels said Nikola Jokic, Jamal Murray and the Nuggets are "all bad...

Nikola Jokic (15) of the Denver Nuggets defends Anthony Edwards (5) of the Minnesota Timberwolves during the second quarter at Ball Arena in Denver on Monday, April 20, 2026. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post)

Nuggets blow big lead in Game 2, go to Minnesota tied with Timberwolves in NBA playoffs

April 21, 2026 at 2:46 a.m.

The first half of Game 2 alone belonged in the annals of classic Nuggets-Timberwolves battles.

Jamal Murray (27) and Nikola Jokic (15) of the Denver Nuggets run a two-man game as Naz Reid (11) of the Minnesota Timberwolves defends during the third quarter at Ball Arena in Denver on Saturday, April 18, 2026. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post)

Timberwolves coach Chris Finch accuses Nuggets of flopping, takes aim at free throw disparity

April 20, 2026 at 8:12 p.m.

Chris Finch suggested the Timberwolves should "start flopping" on Monday night after Nuggets star Jamal...

Rudy Gobert (27) of the Minnesota Timberwolves defends Nikola Jokic (15) of the Denver Nuggets during the first quarter at Ball Arena in Denver on Saturday, April 18, 2026. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post)

My NBA awards ballot: MVP, All-NBA, Rookie of the Year votes | Durando

April 20, 2026 at 5:58 p.m.

Why I picked Shai Gilgeous-Alexander over Nikola Jokic for MVP this season, plus my other...

Colorado Avalanche head coach Jared Bednar, center, draws up a play during a time out in the third period of an NHL hockey game against the Minnesota Wild Thursday, Feb. 26, 2026, in Denver. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)

Which coach is under more pressure: Nuggets’ David Adelman or Avs’ Jared Bednar?

April 20, 2026 at 12:31 p.m.

If the Nuggets lose to the Spurs, it will be viewed as a disappointment, not...

Nikola Jokic (15) of the Denver Nuggets talks to teammates during the second quarter against the Minnesota Timberwolves at Ball Arena in Denver on Saturday, April 18, 2026. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post)

Nikola Jokic named MVP finalist, 2 other Nuggets get NBA awards nods

April 19, 2026 at 6:31 p.m.

Tim Hardaway Jr. snuck in as a finalist for Sixth Man of the Year. Jamal...

Christian Braun (0) of the Denver Nuggets defends Anthony Edwards (5) of the Minnesota Timberwolves during the second quarter at Ball Arena in Denver on Saturday, April 18, 2026. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post)

Nuggets defense jolted awake in Game 1 vs. Anthony Edwards, Timberwolves. Is it sustainable throughout NBA playoffs?

April 19, 2026 at 3:49 p.m.

The Nuggets have been waiting for the NBA playoffs to turn up the volume on...

Bruce Brown (11) of the Denver Nuggets roars after dunking as Rudy Gobert (27) of the Minnesota Timberwolves stands sullenly during the fourth quarter of the Nuggets’ 116-105 win at Ball Arena in Denver on Saturday, April 18, 2026. The Nuggets took a 1-0 lead in their best-of-seven series. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post)

PHOTOS: Denver Nuggets defeat the Minnesota Timberwolves 116-105, winning the first game of the first round of the 2026 NBA playoffs.

April 18, 2026 at 8:14 p.m.

Denver Nuggets defeat the Minnesota Timberwolves 116-105, winning the first game of the first round...

Bruce Brown (11) of the Denver Nuggets roars after dunking during the fourth quarter of the Nuggets’ 116-105 win over the Minnesota Timberwolves at Ball Arena in Denver on Saturday, April 18, 2026. The Nuggets took a 1-0 lead in their best-of-seven series. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post)

Nuggets hold off Timberwolves for ‘grimy’ Game 1 win to open NBA playoffs

April 18, 2026 at 6:39 p.m.

Nikola Jokic went for a triple-double, and Denver's defense was as good as its been...

Forward Cameron Johnson (23) of the Denver Nuggets celebrates a three with forward Aaron Gordon (32) of the Denver Nuggets during the second half of a 136-134 overtime Nuggets win on Saturday, April 4, 2026, at Ball Arena in Denver, Colo. (Photo by Timothy Hurst/The Denver Post)

How Cam Johnson finds peace in astrophysics as Nuggets aim for deep NBA playoff run

April 18, 2026 at 9:45 a.m.

As Denver’s starting small forward alongside the star duo of Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray,...

Jamal Murray (27) of the Denver Nuggets spins as Anthony Edwards (5) of the Minnesota Timberwolves defends during the second quarter at Ball Arena in Denver, Colorado on Sunday, March 1, 2026. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post)

Nuggets vs. Timberwolves predictions: In NBA playoffs rivalry rematch, who gets the last laugh?

April 17, 2026 at 1:53 p.m.

As the Denver Nuggets enter the 2025 NBA playoffs as the No. 3 seed in...

Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic (15) looks upcourt after winning the ball away from Indiana Pacers center Thomas Bryant (3) during the first half of an NBA basketball game in Indianapolis, Monday, Feb. 24, 2025. (AP Photo/Doug McSchooler)

Nuggets will play Mexico City game vs. Pacers next season, NBA announces

April 16, 2026 at 5:55 p.m.

Details on the Nuggets' next international trip, a visit to Mexico City slated for early...

Peyton Watson (8) of the Denver Nuggets dunks against the Minnesota Timberwolves during the third quarter at Ball Arena in Denver, Colorado on Thursday, Dec. 25, 2025. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post)

Will Nuggets’ Peyton Watson, Spencer Jones play in Game 1 vs. Timberwolves?

April 15, 2026 at 5:57 p.m.

Defensive reinforcements may be arriving for the Nuggets, and just in time for Ant Man's...

Nikola Jokic (15) of the Denver Nuggets passes to Tim Hardaway Jr. (10) as Jaden McDaniels (3) of the Minnesota Timberwolves watches during the fourth quarter of the Timberwolves’ 117-108 win at Ball Arena in Denver on Sunday, March 1, 2026. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post)

Renck: Nuggets’ alphabet soup NBA playoffs TV schedule rips off fans

April 15, 2026 at 4:54 p.m.

The NBA playoffs offer a life raft. Teams motivated to win. And yet you need...

Denver Nuggets mascot Rocky gets the crowd hyped during the second half of a 136-134 overtime Nuggets win over the San Antonio Spurs on Saturday, April 4, 2026, at Ball Arena in Denver. (Photo by Timothy Hurst/The Denver Post)

Nuggets vs. Timberwolves NBA playoff schedule

April 29, 2026 at 7:42 a.m.

Here's the full schedule for the Nuggets' first-round series against Minnesota.

Jonas Valanciunas (17) of the Denver Nuggets looks up at a replay after committing a foul during the fourth quarter of the Nuggets’ 136-119 win over the Memphis Grizzlies at Ball Arena in Denver on Wednesday, April 8, 2026. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post)

NBA Play-In Tournament is missing a staple for the first time: Jonas Valanciunas

April 15, 2026 at 12:07 a.m.

"This was not a place to have an ego all season, but post-regular season, it's...

Tim Hardaway Jr. (10) of the Denver Nuggets reacts to making a three pointer against the Minnesota Timberwolves during the second quarter at Ball Arena in Denver on Sunday, March 1, 2026. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post)

Keeler: Duck Minnesota? Here’s why Nuggets, Tim Hardaway Jr. will make Anthony Edwards, Timberwolves fans quack up

April 13, 2026 at 8:33 p.m.

The Nuggets that Minnesotans have labeled an easy mark didn't have this version of Peyton...

Nikola Jokic (15) of the Denver Nuggets walks off the court sporting a plum suit after the second quarter against the Oklahoma City Thunder at Ball Arena in Denver on Friday, April 10, 2026. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post)

David Adelman on another Nuggets-Timberwolves NBA playoff series: ‘We’re not ducking anybody’

April 13, 2026 at 3:17 p.m.

After a bizarre final weekend of the regular season filled with plot twists, the Nuggets...

Nuggets center Nikola Jokic (15) drives against Spurs center Mason Plumlee (45) during the first half Sunday, April 12, 2026, in San Antonio. (AP Photo/Darren Abate)

Nuggets get Timberwolves in first-round NBA playoff series after beating Spurs in season finale

April 13, 2026 at 6:19 a.m.

Nikola Jokic and the Nuggets will face the Minnesota Timberwolves in the first round of...

Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokić pulls in a loose ball in the first half of an NBA basketball game against the Memphis Grizzlies Wednesday, April 8, 2026, in Denver. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)

Nikola Jokic to start for Nuggets versus Spurs to qualify for award eligibility while Victor Wembanyama sits

By The Associated Press

April 12, 2026 at 6:58 p.m.

Jokic has played in 64 games and was listed as questionable with an injured right...

Jalen Pickett of the Denver Nuggets reacts against the Philadelphia 76ers in overtime at Xfinity Mobile Arena on January 5, 2026 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The Nuggets defeated the 76ers 125-124 in overtime. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Mitchell Leff/Getty Images)

Ranking Nuggets’ 15 craziest games of NBA season, from Nikola Jokic masterpieces to a Steph Curry miracle

April 12, 2026 at 1:32 p.m.

This 2025-26 regular season was one of the Nuggets' wildest rides in years. These were...

Head coach David Adelman of the Denver Nuggets speaks to Nikola Jokic (15) during the second quarter against the Memphis Grizzlies at Ball Arena in Denver on Wednesday, April 8, 2026. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post)

Are Nuggets trying to avoid 3-seed, Timberwolves matchup? Will Nikola Jokic play Game 82?

April 11, 2026 at 4:02 p.m.

Setting the stage for Game 82 between the Nuggets and Spurs, a fascinating regular-season finale...

Guard Jamal Murray (27) of the Denver Nuggets celebrates a huge three with teammates during a 135-129 come from behind win over the Utah Jazz on Friday, March 27, 2026, at Ball Arena in Denver. (Photo by Timothy Hurst/The Denver Post)

Nuggets’ Jamal Murray’s All-NBA case ‘obvious and not an argument,’ David Adelman says

April 10, 2026 at 2:22 p.m.

"I'm just chucking them," Murray said recently when asked about his career-best 3-point shooting season.

Nikola Jokic (15) of the Denver Nuggets stands with a wry smile as he sits out the remainder of the game with a comfortable lead over the Memphis Grizzlies during the fourth quarter of the Nuggets’ 136-119 win at Ball Arena in Denver on Wednesday, April 8, 2026. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post)

Nuggets, Avalanche playoff games blacked out again? Here’s how to work around it.

April 10, 2026 at 3:22 p.m.

Nuggets fans could find themselves going batty again trying to watch the Joker.

Jamal Murray of the Denver Nuggets drives on Cedric Coward of the Memphis Grizzlies during the second quarter at Ball Arena in Denver on Wednesday, April 8, 2026. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post)

Nuggets playoff scenarios, explained: Western Conference seeding, tiebreakers, first-round matchups

April 10, 2026 at 1:16 p.m.

Why the Minnesota Timberwolves are the Nuggets' most likely first-round opponent in the 2026 NBA...

Nuggets win 10 consecutive games for first time in Nikola Jokic’s career

April 9, 2026 at 2:49 p.m.

Jokic tied a career-high with his 34th triple-double of the season and the 198th of...

Guard Jamal Murray (27) of the Denver Nuggets greets forward Aaron Gordon (32) of the Denver Nuggets after Jordan hit a three during the second half of a 136-134 overtime Nuggets win on Saturday, April 4, 2026, at Ball Arena in Denver. (Photo by Timothy Hurst/The Denver Post)

Nuggets’ playoff hopes hinge on Aaron Gordon — if he can stay healthy

April 8, 2026 at 6:00 a.m.

"Every time he gets announced in the starting lineup, the arena erupts, you know what...

Head coach Michael Malone of the Denver Nuggets takes a breath as he sits between assitant coaches Popeye Jones and David Adelman during the first quarter against the Orlando Magic at Ball Arena in Denver on Thursday, Feb. 6, 2025. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post)

Keeler: Nuggets purged Michael Malone a year ago. Are Nikola Jokic, Jamal Murray better off?

April 7, 2026 at 10:13 p.m.

What would've happened in those 17 tilts the Nuggets played earlier this season without Nikola...

Head coach Michael Malone kisses Nikola ...

Nikola Jokic, Nuggets react to UNC basketball hiring Michael Malone as coach

April 7, 2026 at 1:29 p.m.

Coaching college hoops? A little different from the NBA, Nikola Jokic pointed out after UNC...

Nikola Jokic (15) of the Denver Nuggets looks for Julian Strawther (3) as Scoot Henderson (00) and Toumani Camara (33) of the Portland Trail Blazers defend during the second quarter at Ball Arena in Denver on Monday, April 6, 2026. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post)

Nuggets beat Blazers in OT, move past Lakers into West’s No. 3 seed as NBA playoffs near

April 6, 2026 at 10:06 p.m.

The Nuggets entered play tied with the Lakers for third place in the Western Conference...

Anthony Edwards (5) of the Minnesota Timberwolves and Nikola Jokic (15) of the Denver Nuggets stand on the court during the third quarter at Ball Arena in Denver on Sunday, March 1, 2026. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post)

Who is better playoff matchup for Nuggets: Timberwolves or Rockets?

April 6, 2026 at 1:18 p.m.

Stop living in the past. These are not the Timberwolves of 2024. The Nuggets are...

Head coach Michael Malone argues after Peyton Watson (8) was charged with a technical foul during the third quarter against the Chicago Bulls at Ball Arena in Denver on Monday, March 24, 2025. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post)

UNC basketball hires Michael Malone, former Nuggets coach, per report

April 6, 2026 at 7:16 p.m.

Michael Malone is the winningest coach in Nuggets history after a 10-year tenure that included...

Forward/center Victor Wembanyama (1) of the San Antonio Spurs checks on center Nikola Jokić (15) of the Denver Nuggets after Jokić took a hit and stayed on the hardwood for an extended time during the first half on Saturday, April 4, 2026, at Ball Arena in Denver. (Photo by Timothy Hurst/The Denver Post)

Victor Wembanyama blocked Nikola Jokic’s Sombor Shuffle shot to win a game for Spurs. Jokic didn’t forget.

April 5, 2026 at 5:01 p.m.

"You’re not gonna see two people like this in many generations," Nuggets coach David Adelman...

Center Nikola Jokić (15) of the Denver Nuggets is guarded by Victor Wembanyama (1) of the San Antonio Spurs as forward Aaron Gordon (32) of the Denver Nuggets handles the ball during the second half of a 136-134 overtime Nuggets win on Saturday, April 4, 2026, at Ball Arena in Denver. (Photo by Timothy Hurst/The Denver Post)

Nuggets end Spurs’ 11-game win streak in OT duel between Nikola Jokic, Victor Wembanyama

April 4, 2026 at 6:31 p.m.

Jokic went for 39 points on 13 of 25 shooting, including a pair of difficult...

Nuggets’ Peyton Watson week to week with hamstring injury, David Adelman says

April 3, 2026 at 2:20 p.m.

Peyton Watson will have a little more than two weeks to get well before the...

Jonas Valanciunas (17) of the Denver Nuggets studies film with Aziz Leeks before the game against the Minnesota Timberwolves at Ball Arena in Denver on Sunday, March 1, 2026. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post)

Nuggets center Jonas Valanciunas ‘should be pissed off’ to be out of rotation, David Adelman says | Journal

April 3, 2026 at 5:45 a.m.

The Nuggets didn't expect Jonas Valanciunas to be ecstatic about their pivot to small-ball.

DENVER , CO - OCTOBER 25: Aaron Gordon (32) of the Denver Nuggets finishes a lob from Nikola Jokic (15) as Devin Booker (1) of the Phoenix Suns watches from the ground during the second quarter at Ball Arena on Saturday, October 25, 2025. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post)

Nikola Jokic was crushed when Nuggets traded for Aaron Gordon. Here’s why it’s been ‘a perfect match.’

April 9, 2026 at 2:51 p.m.

"Who can defend the monsters of the league?" The Nuggets asked themselves that question in...

Denver Nuggets guard Jamal Murray (27) dribbles the ball as Utah Jazz guard Kennedy Chandler (0) defends during the first half of an NBA basketball game, Wednesday, April 1, 2026, in Salt Lake City. (AP Photo/Rob Gray)

Nuggets begin battle for seeding in Utah after clinching 8th straight playoff berth

April 1, 2026 at 10:03 p.m.

Jamal Murray scored 37 points on a 10-for-16 performance outside the arc as the Nuggets...

DENVER , CO - JANUARY 20: LeBron James (23) of the Los Angeles Lakers works against Peyton Watson (8) of the Denver Nuggets during the third quarter at Ball Arena in Denver, Colorado on Tuesday, January 20, 2026. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post)

Keeler: LeBron James with Nikola Jokic? Nuggets would be April Fools to trade Peyton Watson to Lakers

April 1, 2026 at 5:32 p.m.

Only an April Fool would swap Peyton Watson at 23 for LeBron James at 41....

Cameron Johnson (23) of the Denver Nuggets shakes hands with Aaron Gordon (32) during the third quarter against the Portland Trail Blazers at Ball Arena in Denver on Sunday, March 22, 2026. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post)

Nuggets injury updates: Cam Johnson, Aaron Gordon practice; Peyton Watson ready to increase minutes

March 31, 2026 at 3:20 p.m.

"It's been tough. It's been frustrating with the minutes restriction. But it is what it...

Center Nikola Jokić (15) of the Denver Nuggets talks with an official during a 135-129 come from behind win over the Utah Jazz on Friday, March 27, 2026, at Ball Arena in Denver. (Photo by Timothy Hurst/The Denver Post)

Is Nikola Jokic not winning NBA MVP best thing for Nuggets’ playoff run?

March 30, 2026 at 11:34 a.m.

Please, NBA MVP voters. We're begging you, here. Make the Joker mad. Make him motivated.

Nikola Jokic (15) of the Denver Nuggets walks to the bench during the second quarter against the Golden State Warriors at Ball Arena in Denver on Sunday, March 29, 2026. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post)

Nikola Jokic responds to being Caitlin Clark’s favorite player to watch: ‘We have the same agent’

March 30, 2026 at 11:21 a.m.

Caitlin Clark heaped praise on Jokic during a guest appearance on NBC last Sunday. His...

Zeke Nnaji (22) of the Denver Nuggets holds his mouth after taking an elbow from Kristaps Porzingis (7) of the Golden State Warriors during the third quarter at Ball Arena in Denver on Sunday, March 29, 2026. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post)

Nuggets lose 4 forwards in a day to injuries while winning 6th straight

March 30, 2026 at 1:18 a.m.

Cam Johnson, Spencer Jones and Zeke Nnaji left with injuries after Aaron Gordon was ruled...

Forward Aaron Gordon (32) of the Denver Nuggets heads to the bench with one shoe off during a 135-129 come from behind win over the Utah Jazz on Friday, March 27, 2026, at Ball Arena in Denver. (Photo by Timothy Hurst/The Denver Post)

Why Nuggets’ Aaron Gordon is out for Warriors game with calf soreness

March 30, 2026 at 5:45 a.m.

Nuggets forward Aaron Gordon was a late scratch from Sunday's game against the Warriors after...

Head coach David Adelman of the Denver Nuggets speaks to Nikola Jokic (15) as Jamal Murray (27) stands on the court during the second quarter against the Oklahoma City Thunder at Ball Arena in Denver on Sunday, May 11, 2025. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post)

Grading The Week: Nuggets’ David Adelman needs to go small in non-Jokic minutes to dream big

March 29, 2026 at 6:00 a.m.

With a healthy Aaron Gordon, Peyton Watson and Spencer Jones back in the rotation, the...

Center Nikola Jokić (15) of the Denver Nuggets wipes the sweat from his brow during a game against the Utah Jazz on Friday, March 27, 2026, at Ball Arena in Denver. (Photo by Timothy Hurst/The Denver Post)

Nikola Jokic isn’t into predicting Nuggets’ playoff ceiling: ‘I don’t like to look in the future’

March 28, 2026 at 3:37 p.m.

Friday provided yet another game that amplified the league-wide confusion about what exactly this Nuggets...

Head Coach David Adelman of the Denver Nuggets communicated to the team during a game against the Utah Jazz on Friday, March 27, 2026, at Ball Arena in Denver. (Photo by Timothy Hurst/The Denver Post)

Nuggets escape Utah Jazz with furious late comeback, Cam Johnson game-winner

March 28, 2026 at 3:38 p.m.

Cam Johnson buried a 3-pointer with 45 seconds left off a Nikola Jokic offensive rebound,...

Nikola Jokic (15) of the Denver Nuggets smiles after being called for a foul during the third quarter against the Dallas Mavericks at Ball Arena in Denver on Wednesday, March 25, 2026. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post)

Nuggets’ Nikola Jokic evaluates his season as ‘inconsistent’ as MVP hopes fade

May 8, 2026 at 12:49 p.m.

"Watching people through their ascension and getting to where they want to go, that's when...

Jamal Murray (27) of the Denver Nuggets blows on his hand after making a three against the Dallas Mavericks during the second quarter at Ball Arena in Denver on Wednesday, March 25, 2026. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post)

Jamal Murray, Nikola Jokic dominate to win 400th game together as ‘best tandem in the NBA’

March 26, 2026 at 3:06 p.m.

Rarely do Jamal Murray and Nikola Jokic both put together career nights at the same...

Bruce Brown (11) of the Denver Nuggets sports a Fu Manchu mustache not unlike the late Hulk Hogan during the third quarter at Ball Arena in Denver on Wednesday, March 11, 2026. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post)

Why Bruce Brown started rocking the NBA’s preeminent Fu Manchu mustache

March 25, 2026 at 7:56 p.m.

Bruce Brown's latest look might be a little more Harley-Davidson than Home on the Range.

Nuggets center Nikola Jokić (15) against the Phoenix Suns during the first half of an NBA basketball game, Tuesday, March 24, 2026, in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)

Renck: For Nuggets to reach NBA Finals, someone other than Nikola Jokic needs to be the bad cop

March 25, 2026 at 8:05 p.m.

The best teams are player led. Where guys self-police, holding each other accountable.

Nikola Jokic (15) of the Denver Nuggets handles the ball against Khaman Maluach (10) of the Phoenix Suns during the first half of the NBA game at Mortgage Matchup Center on March 24, 2026 in Phoenix. (Christian Petersen, Getty Images)

Jokic hits the go-ahead jumper as the Nuggets edge the Suns 125-123

By The Associated Press

March 25, 2026 at 8:58 a.m.

Nikola Jokic had 23 points, 17 rebounds and tied a season high with 17 assists...

Peyton Watson (8) of the Denver Nuggets reacts to being fouled by Deni Avdija (8) of the Portland Trail Blazers during the first quarter at Ball Arena in Denver on Sunday, March 22, 2026. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post)

Nuggets’ Peyton Watson returns from injury with unshaken confidence

March 23, 2026 at 1:39 p.m.

Nikola Jokic thinks it can take three to four weeks to regain a rhythm after...

LEFT: Avalanche forward Gabe Landeskog. (Photo by RJ Sangosti, The Denver Post) RIGHT: Nuggets forward Peyton Watson. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz, The Denver Post)

Avs’ Gabe Landeskog or Nuggets’ Peyton Watson: Who’s more important to a deep playoff run?