Denver Nuggets

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Three-time MVP Nikola Jokic will delay signing extension with Nuggets this summer, AP source says • July 9, 2025, 1:59 AM ET (AP)

Myles Turner will join Bucks, who waive Damian Lillard, AP source says, in a free agency surprise • July 1, 2025, 10:33 PM ET (AP)

NBA free agent Malik Beasley under investigation regarding gambling allegations, AP source says • June 30, 2025, 8:00 AM ET (AP)

Russell Westbrook won't exercise $3.5 million option for next season, AP source says • June 13, 2025, 4:39 PM ET (AP)

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Also Known As	Denver Rockets
Date	1967 - present
Headquarters	Denver
Areas Of Involvement	basketball
Related People	Russell Westbrook • Spencer Haywood • Larry Brown • Carmelo Anthony • Nikola Jokić • Dikembe Mutombo

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