One NBA scout thinks it's time to call it quits for Russell Westbrook.
TJ Morin
The Denver Nuggets have struggled from deep this season, and a long-awaited trade could bolster their offense.
Jonah Kubicek
The Denver Nuggets could trade a former No. 22 overall pick to the Chicago Bulls in exchange for some much-needed backcourt help.
Colin Keane
The Denver Nuggets' future Hall of Famer is on the cusp of a rare milestone in NBA history that he could reach this season.
The Denver Nuggets are off to a rocky start this season, but they could still strengthen their roster via trade.
The Denver Nuggets and Portland Trail Blazers each have a talented wing on their roster who could use a change of scenery.
The Denver Nuggets are off to a slow start and could have to make a massive trade to make the most of their MVP.
Denver Nuggets superstar Nikola Jokić spoke in his post-game media availability regarding his team's apparent shooting struggles throughout their loss in the season opener.
Dean Simon
Denver Nuggets head coach Michael Malone spoke with the media regarding the team's newest addition and his proclivity to get under the opponent's skin.
A Denver Nuggets standout guard probably isn't thrilled with his spot in the 2024 ESPN player rankings.
Caleb Hightower
A notable NBA writer made an interesting remark about a 2024 Denver Nuggets signee and nine-time All-Star.
After their second round exit last season, the Denver Nuggets are primed to compete in the West in 2024-25
Benyam Kidane
Here is everything you need to know about the NBA's Abu Dhabi series, including TV and streaming information for the games between the Celtics and Nuggets.
Sloan Piva
The Denver Nuggets along with the rest of the NBA community mourns the loss of an NBA legend.
John Canady
Denver gave star guard Jamal Murray a massive extension Saturday. How much will he be paid, and how does it affect the team's cap space?
Daniel Mader
Denver's second star will be around for another half decade.
Denver Nuggets star forward Michael Porter Jr. recently went on record claiming he'd play in the NBA for free despite signing a $172 million contract in 2021.
Anthony Pasciolla
Olympic sprinter Noah Lyles can't escape the limelight, as he gave the NBA another reason to take offense when discussing three-time MVP Nikola Jokic.
Brendan OSullivan
Russell Westbrook was traded to the Jazz earlier this offseason and waived by Utah, making him a free agent.
Bryan Murphy
Los Angeles Clippers' guard Russell Westbrook was traded to the Utah Jazz today and had his contract bought out, and plans to sign with the Denver Nuggets.
Los Angeles Clippers guard Russell Westbrook could join the Denver Nuggets this offseason.
The Denver Nuggets were reportedly a dark horse landing spot for Los Angeles Clippers star Paul George.
Dayton big man Daron Holmes could act as the perfect compliment to three-time MVP Nikola Jokic on the Denver Nuggets.
If the Nuggets trade Michael Porter Jr. this offseason, here are the best destinations for him.
Stephen Noh
TSN's Steph Noh takes a close look at Denver's coming offseason.
Entering Sunday night's final game of the Western Conference Semifinals, teams were 21-0 all-time in Game 7s when leading by 15 points or more at halftime.
Jeremy Vernon
Michael Malone lashed out after the Nuggets allowed the Timberwolves to complete a historic Game 7 comeback to eliminate Denver from the postseason.
Jacob Camenker
Can Nikola Jokic and the Nuggets eliminate Anthony Edwards and the Timberwolves for the second straight season? Here's how to watch.
Marc Lancaster
With a marker sitting just below the charity stripe on both sides of the baskets, Denver pays tribute to the city it calls home.
David Suggs
Here's the time, TV schedule and live stream for Game 7 of the NBA Playoffs series between the Nuggets and Timberwolves.
Sarah Effress
Everything you need to know before an epic Game 7 matchup between the Nuggets and Wolves.
Sporting News' betting team highlights the best bets for Game 7 of the Nuggets-Timberwolves in Denver on Sunday, including the top spread, over/under, and player prop picks.
With a chance to close out the series Thursday night in Minnesota, the Denver Nuggets were thrashed by the Timberwolves, 115-70, in Game 6 of the Western Conference Semifinals.
Nikola Jokic is very simple with his trash talk, even when he's proving he's the best player in the world.
Kyle Irving
In what should be an awesome Game 6 in Minnesota, the Nuggets look to close out their NBA playoff semifinals with the Wolves on Thursday night. Sporting News has all the best bets including props for Nikola Jokic and Anthony Edwards.
Here's the time, TV schedule and live stream for Game 6 of the NBA Playoffs series between the Nuggets and Timberwolves.
Nobody in NBA history is stopping Nikola Jokic right now.
After losing the first two games of the Western Conference Semifinals at home to the Minnesota Timberwolves, the Denver Nuggets have rallied to take a 3-2 series lead after a 112-97 victory in Game 5 on Tuesday night.
The Minnesota star had to give the 2024 MVP his flowers after a Game 5 win for Denver on Tuesday night.
Sporting News' betting team analyzes the BetMGM market to find the best bets for Tuesday's NBA playoff doubleheader, including the Pacers, Nuggets, and the UNDER on Jalen Brunson's points total.
Here's the time, TV schedule and live stream for Game 5 of the NBA Playoffs series between the Nuggets and Timberwolves.
Which team looks better poised to take an up-and-down series that is tied 2-2 after four games?
Aaron Gordon had 27 points on 11-of-12 shooting in Denver's 115-107 win over Minnesota in Game 4 of the Western Conference semis.
Breaking down the 30-second stretch at the end of the first half that flipped momentum toward the defending champions.
Jamal Murray clearly didn't think a 12-point halftime lead was enough, so he drained a halfcourt heave at the buzzer.
Here's the time, TV schedule and live stream for Game 4 of the NBA Playoffs series between the Nuggets and Timberwolves.
Jared Greenspan
With their backs up against the wall, trailing 2-0 to the Minnesota Timberwolves in the Western Conference Semifinals, the Denver Nuggets dominated Game 3 on the road Friday night.
Sporting News' betting team highlights the best bets for Friday's NBA playoff action, highlighted by the Pacers, Nuggets and a can't-miss Josh Hart player prop.
Here is everything you need to know about Nuggets vs. Timberwolves, including TV and streaming options for Game 3.
Retired NBA star Gilbert Arenas firmly believes that Nikola Jokić's reliance on teammate Jamal Murray in clutch situations should have impacted the MVP race.
The last six NBA MVP awards have gone to international players, which is a testament to the league's globalization efforts.
When the "Inside the NBA" crew announced Nikola Jokic as the 2024 NBA MVP, Shaq was not happy.
Nuggets star Nikola Jokic has won the NBA MVP award for the third time in his career. Who are the eight other three-time MVPs in league history?
Nikola Jokic is once again the best player in the NBA. How close is he to the best centers of all time?
Nuggets guard Jamal Murray avoided a suspension from the NBA for his Game 2 action, raising questions about the league's decision-making.
Jamal Murray avoided suspension but picked up a hefty fine after his actions in Denver's Game 2 loss.
Jamal Murray let his frustration get the best of him as the Nuggets were getting routed by the Timberwolves in the first half of Game 2.
Why Denver is struggling so badly against Minnesota in their second round series
Jordan Greer
Denver trails Minnesota, 2-0, in the Western Conference semis after an embarrassing 106-80 loss at home Monday.
Here is everything you need to know about Nuggets vs. Timberwolves, including TV and streaming options for Game 2.
The defending champion Denver Nuggets lost Game 1 of the Western Conference Semifinals to the Minnesota Timberwolves on Saturday night. This is the first time the Nuggets have trailed in a postseason series since 2022.
Here is everything you need to know about Nuggets vs. Timberwolves, including TV and streaming options for Game 1.
Minnesota's No. 1 ranked defense will be tested in the second round against Nuggets star Nikola Jokic.
Scott Rafferty
Michael Porter Jr. helped Denver hoist the first NBA championship trophy in franchise history in 2023, and the Nuggets are aiming to repeat in 2024.
Michael Porter Jr. has dealt with a lot off the court this season, but he has been arguably Denver's second-best player in the postseason behind Nikola Jokic.
Jamal Murray hit a go-ahead basket with 4.0 seconds left in Game 5 of the Nuggets' first-round series with the Lakers on Monday. Murray is the first player since LeBron in 2018 to hit two go-ahead baskets in the final five seconds in the same playoffs.
For the second time in the series, Jamal Murray hit a clutch bucket in the dying seconds to lift the Nuggets to victory.
TSN's Steph Noh breaks down everything you need to know for the Nuggets vs. Timberwolves series.
The Nuggets' 27-year-old point guard is dealing with a calf strain.
Kate Yanchulis
Here are the top moneyline, spread, over/under and player prop bets for Monday's NBA playoff triple-header, highlighted by the Nuggets, Thunder and a Jayson Tatum UNDER.
Time, TV schedule, live stream for Game 5 of 2024 NBA Playoffs series between Lakers and Nuggets
Denver Nuggets star Jamal Murray's status is in question for Game 5 against the Los Angeles Lakers due to a calf injury, creating an opportunity for LA to steal a second consecutive game.
The Nuggets lost their first game of the postseason to the Lakers on Saturday night. Denver guard Jamal Murray struggled, scoring 22 points on 9-of-24 shooting.
Here are the updated scores, results and bracket for the 2024 NBA Playoffs first-round series between Lakers and Nuggets.
Here's everything you need to know about Game 5, including TV and streaming options for the game.
Where to watch Game 4 of 2024 NBA Playoffs series between Lakers and Nuggets.
Here is everything you need to know about Lakers vs. Nuggets, including the tipoff time for Game 4.
Denver Nuggets power forward Aaron Gordon had 29 points and 15 rebounds in his team's 112-105 victory over the Lakers in Game 3 of the Western Conference first-round series.
TV channel, schedule, live stream for Game 3 of 2024 NBA Playoffs series between Lakers and Nuggets
We rank the top LeBron James props for Game 3 of the Lakers-Nuggets NBA Playoffs first-round series, including his scoring over/under, his triple-double odds, and more.
Denver Nuggets star Nikola Jokic has a distraction on the horizon as his brother is being investigated for throwing a punch at Game 2 against the Los Angeles Lakers.
Nikola Jokic is torching the Lakers yet again. Here's what has and hasn't worked so far.
Nikola Jokic put up 25-20-10 in a playoff game for the fourth time in his career on Monday. He is the only player to reach these numbers in the postseason since 1976.
The Nuggets beat the Lakers despite trailing for the majority of Monday's playoff matchup between the two squads.
Nikola Jokic took his talents from the NBA court to the small screen ahead of the release of "Despicable Me 4."
Time, TV schedule, live stream for Game 2 of 2024 NBA Playoffs series between Lakers and Nuggets
Michael Porter Jr. has a lot on his mind with his brother Jontay's NBA ban and brother Coban's sentencing for a drunk-driving accident.
Nikola Jokic arrived to Game 1 of the Lakers-Nuggets series dressed as Gru from the "Despicable Me" franchise after appearing in an ad for "Despicable Me 4."
Nikola Jokic is featured in a Despicable Me 4 commercial that pins him as a Gru doppelganger.
Here's everything to know about Game 1 of the Lakers vs. Nuggets first round playoff series, including the TV schedule, and live stream info.
Here is everything you need to know about Lakers vs. Nuggets, including the tipoff time for Game 1.
The Los Angeles Lakers and Denver Nuggets face off in the first round of the 2024 NBA playoffs. Here's what to know about the matchup, including cheapest tickets and best seats for every game.
Emily Dozier
We dive into the Nuggets-Lakers' opening-round series of the 2024 NBA Playoffs, providing the odds, stats, trends, and best bets to advance to the second round. It's a rematch of the 2023 Western Conference Finals! Let's make some money.
The Denver Nuggets will host the Los Angeles Lakers in the first round of the NBA playoffs — a rematch of last season's Western Conference Finals.
Can Denver's duo of Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray continue their dominance over LA? Or will LeBron James and Anthony Davis turn the corner to dethrone the defending champs?
Gilbert McGregor
With a win on Tuesday, the Los Angeles Lakers punched their ticket to face the No. 2 seed Denver Nuggets in the first round of the NBA playoffs.
The Lakers and Nuggets are set to meet up in the playoffs for the second year in a row, this time in the first round. Will anything be different for LA?
The No. 2 seed Denver Nuggets will face either the Los Angeles Lakers or New Orleans Pelicans in the first round of the 2024 NBA playoffs.
Michael Porter Jr.'s hyper-aggressive style of play makes him a bit of a wildcard for the Denver Nuggets entering the 2024 NBA playoffs.
Thanks to Victor Wembanyama and the Spurs, there will be a photo finish atop the Western Conference standings.
The Nuggets find themselves on the precipice of a No. 1 seed in the Western Conference.
Friday night did not go as planned for Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets, who were stunned by Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs.
The Denver Nuggets look locked into one of the West's top two seeds. Which potential first-round matchup could give the defending champs the most issues in the NBA playoffs?
What channel is Timberwolves vs. Nuggets on tonight? Time, TV schedule, live stream for the NBA game.
Todd Karpovich
The Nuggets are skipping the tradition of visiting the White House to celebrate their championship, but Michael Malone is setting the record straight about the reason.
Dan Treacy
Nikola Jokic is best known for his passing, but he could also lead the league in scoring if he wanted to. Here's why he's the best scorer on the planet.
Steve Kerr seems to still hold the NBA's Christmas Day officiating of Warriors vs. Nuggets against Nikola Jokic.
Nikola Jokic has accomplished a triple-double feat that has only been done by LeBron James and Russell Westbrook in NBA history.
The Bucks made a move to improve their roster at the trade deadline and they could test out their new look against the visiting Nuggets on Monday, Feb. 12. The defending champion Nuggets have three of the past four games.
Here is a complete guide to watching Celtics vs. Nuggets, including the start time, TV schedule and live stream information for the Friday night NBA game.
While there is growing anticipation for the matchup of MVP centers, it is not clear whether or not they'll both suit up
It turns out that Nikola Jokic wears No. 15 for the most Nikola Jokic reason ever.
Here is a complete guide to watching Nuggets vs. Jazz, including the start time, TV schedule and live stream information for the NBA game.
The Nuggets stars came through in the clutch yet again, lifting Denver to a 130-127 win over Golden State.
Jokic said the moment the ball left his hands, he knew it would be a game-winner.
Edward Sutelan
Here's what you need to know about what makes Nikola Jokic so special.
Here is everything you need to know about Warriors vs. Nuggets, including television and streaming options for the game.
Ryan Taylor
The Nuggets will be without Aaron Gordon for the near future after an unfortunate incident at home.
Here is a complete guide to watching Warriors vs. Nuggets, including the start time, TV schedule and live stream information for the Christmas Day NBA game.
Here's one way Nikola Jokic and the Nuggets force defenses to make an impossible choice.
Serbian fans showed up to watch Nikola Jokic in Chicago. They got only 16 minutes of him before he was tossed from the game.
How long could the Nuggets be without Jamal Murray? Here's the latest news on his injury.
Here is everything you need to know about Warriors vs Nuggets, including TV and streaming options for the game.
The last time that the Nuggets looked mortal was against the Warriors in the 2022 NBA Playoffs. Here's what we can learn from that series.
The Sporting News tracked live scoring updates and highlights from Lakers vs Nuggets.
The Nuggets' championship rings feature a host of intricate details, telling the story of the franchise.
Here's everything you need to know about Denver's rookie standout.
Here's everything you need to know about Denver's opening night matchup with Los Angeles.
What did the Nuggets say to upset the Lakers? Here are some of the things that came from Denver's camp this summer.
Here is everything you need to know about Lakers vs Nuggets, including TV and streaming options for the game.
Who guards Nikola Jokic the best and the worst in the league? Looking at what has and hasn't worked in trying to slow the Nuggets star down.
Nikola Jokic will not suit up for his country at the FIBA Basketball World Cup.
Nikola Jokic and the defending champion Nuggets will take on LeBron James and the Lakers, while Kevin Durant and the Suns will take on Stephen Curry and the Warriors.
Here is what we know about Jamal Murray's status based on early reporting from training camp.
Dwight Howard was a dominant force in his prime and after 18 seasons in the NBA, he believes he should go down as top 10 center of all time.
As the Nuggets showed last year in bringing in Bruce Brown for a paltry $6.5 million, finding that one last bargain signing can make all of the difference.
Sgt. Justin Dodge's leg is in jeopardy after it was run over by a fire truck.
Kevin Skiver
Malone was living his best life as he celebrated with the fans in Denver.
Sam Jarden
After 47 years, the Nuggets finally earned an NBA title. And of course, they celebrated in style.
Stan Kroenke has gone from the public face of the Rams' St. Louis exit to a championship-winning owner in just a few years. Here's how he did it.
You'll be shocked to see how favorably the Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray duo stacks up alongside Shaquille O'Neal and Kobe Bryant, Magic Johnson and Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, and yes — even Michael Jordan and Scottie Pippen.
Micah Adams
Nuggets fans will certainly be ready for a party after watching their favorite NBA franchise snap a 47-year drought.
Jokic was raised in Sombor, living with his parents, two brothers and grandmother in a small apartment and developing his passion for basketball as a young man.
Nikola Jokic just concluded an incredible run in the NBA Playoffs, leading the Nuggets to their first championship in franchise history. Where does this achievement place him among the greatest players to ever play the game?
With some horses to tend to in his native Serbia, will Jokic be on hand to celebrate in the city of Denver?
Nikola Jokic isn't one for individual accolades, but he might want to find his Finals MVP trophy before Thursday's championship parade.
Here's what you need to know about the relationship between these Serbian champions: Novak Djokovic and Nikola Jokic.
Sara Tidwell
Police have a suspect in custody after the shooting occurred just hours after Denver won its first NBA Finals championship.
Zac Al-Khateeb
Had the Nuggets not won the NBA Finals on Monday night, a controversial call that can be traced back to Scott Foster might have been the reason why.
In the aftermath of the Nuggets' Game 5 win over the Heat, Jokić had a noteworthy celebration, from his humble on-court proceedings to his bout with the bottle of champagne.
Joe Rivera
Only one person could steal Nikola Jokic's shine on Monday night. It just happened to be his young daughter, Ognjena.
The Sporting News tracked highlights from the Nuggets' historic title-clinching victory.
The Denver head coach made it clear his team isn't going anywhere after a first-ever NBA title.
Fresh off winning the NBA championship, the Nuggets are the early favorites to win the 2023-24 NBA Finals.
The Nuggets triumphed over the Heat in Game 5 to secure their first title in franchise history.
Adding to his two league MVPs, Nikola Jokic now adds a Finals MVP award to the trophy cabinet, along with an NBA championship.
Jimmy Butler wasn't able to go out quite the way he had hoped in Game 5, clanking shot after shot en route to a season-ending Heat loss.
The Nuggets captured their first title in franchise history on Monday night, defeating the Heat in a tightly contested Game 5.
The Nuggets have a great young core in Denver. How many of those guys can they keep around, who are they at risk of losing in free agency, and what avenues do they have to get even better?
The Denver Nuggets made history in their first-ever trip to the NBA Finals.
With championship wins comes legacy talk, and Jokic's run to the 2023 title is a legacy booster on a number of levels. Let's take a closer look.
Here's how Jamal Murray went from tearing his ACL to an NBA champion within two years.
Which NBA teams have still never won the NBA Finals? The Sporting News looks at the full list of the teams that the Nuggets leave behind.
DeAndre Jordan has accomplished plenty over the course of his 15-year career. One thing he hasn't pulled in, though? A championship ring. That could be changing soon.
Tyler Herro has played in just one playoff game for the Heat. He is expected to return from two broken fingers soon. What will that mean for the team and the reemergence of Duncan Robinson?
The NBA Finals will shift back to Denver for Game 5 of Nuggets vs. Heat.
The Nuggets will host the Heat at Ball Arena in Denver for Game 5 of the NBA Finals.
In the first quarter of Game 4, Jokic appeared to roll his right ankle after jumping to grab a rebound.
The Raptors' hiring of Darko Rajakovic has already received the stamp of approval from one of the NBA's best players.
While the Heat have never lost confidence throughout their playoff run despite being a consistent underdog, they have encountered a different type of challenge in the NBA Finals.
The Nuggets have a chance to clinch their first-ever NBA title with a win on Monday night.
Would you pay $66,500 to see the Nuggets lift their first Larry O'Brien Trophy?
Joseph Corr
After two consecutive losses, Miami must now win three straight games against Denver to earn an NBA title.
Jamal Murray didn't have it going as a scorer and Nikola Jokic delt with foul trouble, but Aaron Gordon stepped up for the Nuggets with his signature Finals performance to put Denver one win away from a championship.
Jokic appeared to land awkwardly on his right ankle contesting a rebound during the first quarter.
After spending the first seven seasons of his career with the Magic, a 2021 trade to the Nuggets set the wheels in motion for the high-flying defensive ace to play the perfect role on a championship team.
Gordon not only helped his team take a commanding 3-1 series lead, but also set a new playoff career high.
Multiple players noticed that the rim appeared to be slightly askew.
Here is everything you need to know about Game 5 of Heat vs. Nuggets, including TV and streaming options for the game.
The 2014 NBA Draft featured two future MVP centers in Nikola Jokic and Joel Embiid. If every team in the lottery got a do-over, this is how we think it plays out.
The stars are out once again as the Heat look to tie up their series against the Nuggets in South Beach.
The Nuggets engaged in a surprising trade of draft picks during the NBA Finals. Here are details of their trade with the Thunder:
Jamal Murray's playoff stats are drawing comparisons to the likes of Michael Jordan, Magic Johnson and Stephen Curry. Despite no All-Star appearances, Murray suddenly finds himself square in the middle of the superstar discussion.
The Heat are desperate for a win in Game 4 as they look to prevent going down 3-1 before the series shifts back to Denver.
The Heat will host the Nuggets for Game 4 of the NBA Finals on Friday.
It's unclear how Adebayo first got injured, but he's been sporting a full shooting sleeve on his right arm for about half of the postseason.
Jamal Murray signed a five-year, $170 million max extension with the Nuggets back in 2019.
Based on all of his accomplishments, you probably won't be surprised to hear that Jokic is paid rather well.
Jamal Murray might have to play through a rather gruesome hand injury in Game 4 of the Finals.
On Thursday's episode of First Take, Stephen A. Smith claimed that Nikola Jokic was not a dominant post player. JJ Redick quickly came in with the receipts, shutting down Stephen A's argument completely.
Most conversations about Jokic's defense revolve around his limitations, but he did a few things in particular in Game 3 that gave the Heat trouble.
Nikola Jokic recorded the first 30-point, 20-rebound, 10-assist triple-double in NBA Finals history as the Nuggets defeated the Heat in Game 3.
Denver outscored the Heat 60-34 in the paint, as the Nuggets notched a series-steadying victory in Game 3 of the NBA Finals.
Braun scored 11 of his 15 points in the second half, helping the Nuggets secure a crucial victory in Game 3 of the Finals.
Jokic became the first player in NBA Finals history to have a 30-20-10 performance, adding to his growing legacy in this historic playoff run.
Denver's superstar center became the first player ever to record a 30-20-10 stat line in an NBA Finals game.
In Game 3 of the 2023 NBA Finals, Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray did something that no two teammates have ever done.
Here is everything you need to know about Game 4 of Heat vs. Nuggets, including TV and streaming options for the game.
On a historic night, The Sporting News graded the performance of 10 of the most impactful players in Game 3,
