After losing a battle with brain cancer, 18-year NBA veteran Dikembe Mutombo has passed away at the age of 58 (h/t The Athletic’s Shams Charania). Former Nuggets, Hawks, Sixers, Rockets Giant Dikembe Mutombo Passes Away At 58 Basketball Hall of Famer Dikembe Mutombo has passed away at 58 years old due to brain cancer. pic.twitter.com/taDWSFeCQE — Shams Charania … [Read more...] about Former Nuggets, Hawks, Sixers, Rockets Giant Passes Away At 58
Future Hall Of Famer Believes New NBA Team Provides Better Fit
Last season, the Denver Nuggets failed to repeat as NBA champions after taking home the Larry O’Brien trophy in 2023. They fell in the second round of the playoffs to the Minnesota Timberwolves in seven games. While not the favorite to win in all in the 2024-25 season, Denver is amongst the favorites. As long as they have three-time MVP Nikola Jokic on their roster, the Nuggets … [Read more...] about Future Hall Of Famer Believes New NBA Team Provides Better Fit
2-Time NBA Scoring Champ Reflects on Decision to Sign With the Nuggets
Russell Westbrook, a two-time NBA scoring champ, and 2016-17 MVP signed with the Denver Nuggets this offseason as a free agent. During NBA media day and other press conference sessions this week, Westbrook opened up about why he wanted to play in Denver. His new teammates and coach also discussed what Westbrook will bring to a team looking to return to the NBA Finals. Russell … [Read more...] about 2-Time NBA Scoring Champ Reflects on Decision to Sign With the Nuggets
Nuggets’ Keys To Keep Championship Window Open
The Denver Nuggets have been the gold standard in the Northwest Division for the last six years. In the Western Conference, they’ve become one of the most formidable teams to face, their hopes carried on the broad shoulders of three-time MVP selection Nikola Jokic. A wild card with an unstoppable offensive game, Jokic has already led the Nuggets to one NBA championship. In … [Read more...] about Nuggets’ Keys To Keep Championship Window Open
Should Nuggets Swiss Army Knife Get LA Olympics Consideration?
Denver Nuggets forward Aaron Gordon hasn’t had his typical summer. Usually a fun-loving lighthearted guy, he’s had to grieve the loss of his brother. A former NBA player himself, Drew Gordon passed away on May 30 in a vehicular accident. The tragedy hasn’t taken away the high-flyer’s smile, but it has obviously weighed heavily on him. He’s even went so far as to change his … [Read more...] about Should Nuggets Swiss Army Knife Get LA Olympics Consideration?