Former Denver Nuggets head coach Michael Malone saw his name get passed over in the latest coaching hiring cycle this offseason following his tumultuous exit from the Mile High––leaving the NBA champion head coach stuck without a team at his oversight for opening night for the first time since 2012.

Denver Nuggets forward Aaron Gordon had a career-night against the Warriors, scoring 50 and he credited the DJ for helping him get focused.

Get to know the 2025-26 team here with a breakdown of the full roster, from Nikola Jokic to Denver’s two-way players.

Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokić's talent makes Denver an elite team. Paired with a skilled supporting cast, including guard Jamal Murray and forward Aaron Gordon, it turns the Nuggets into genuine title contenders.

Michael Malone wants to be on the sidelines again. The former Denver Nuggets head coach has made it clear that he wants to continue coaching on several occasion

Denver Nuggets forward Aaron Gordon achieved a rare feat with his career performance against the Golden State Warriors.

At 37, DeAndre Jordan decided to utilize free agency and cut ties with the Denver Nuggets. The veteran center, who is walking into his 18th season this year, has now joined hands with the New Orleans Pelicans.

Jokic has never had an All-Star teammate, which is a very unique approach from the Nuggets' front office to not surround their three-time MVP and superstar center with another All-Star. However, could the 2025-26 season be the time to end that trend without adding an external All-Star?

Aaron Gordon, in a bit of a funny coincidence, tied this embattled player's three-point record in the Nuggets' loss.