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The Denver Broncos had no problem beating the San Francisco 49ers 30-9 in their preseason opener. Despite the dominant win, Broncos head coach Sean Payton went into his postgame presser with a laundry list of concerns about his team’s performance. “There’s some mistakes that are going to happen. But it’s the pre-snap, it’s the illegal […]

During the Denver Broncos’ joint practice with the San Francisco 49ers this week, a familiar figure made an appearance on the practice fields at Levi’s Stadium. Mike Shanahan, the former Broncos head coach, was there to support his son Kyle Shanahan and the 49ers. While the elder Shanahan was there to support his son, he […]

When Zach Allen signed a massive four-year, $102 million extension with the Denver Broncos on Saturday, it wasn’t just about the guaranteed $69.5 million or becoming one of the NFL’s highest-paid interior defensive linemen. For Allen, the decision came down to something much deeper: the culture that Denver had created. “I just love what we’re […]

As the Denver Broncos enter their third season under Sean Payton, the head coach wants his team to embrace the fact that talks of a Super Bowl shouldn’t be a taboo topic. The franchise has struggled mightily since Peyton Manning’s retirement following their Super Bowl 50 victory in 2015. The Broncos endured an eight-year playoff […]

The Denver Nuggets endured a tumultuous spring when they fired both their head coach and general manager just three games before the playoffs. Despite the abrupt turnover, team president Josh Kroenke wants to make one thing crystal clear: the organization does not need a cultural reset. “I can also say very clearly that this organization […]

Denver Nuggets CEO Josh Kroenke took a subtle shot at former head coach Michael Malone on Thursday, suggesting the franchise was headed toward a disappointing NBA Play-In Tournament exit before his shocking decision to make a coaching change with just three games remaining in the regular season. Speaking at the team’s end-of-season press conference, where […]

Despite their season ending with a Game 7 loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder, the Denver Nuggets demonstrated immense grit under interim head coach David Adelman. Following the abrupt firing of long-time head coach Michael Malone, Adelman took over the Nuggets with three games remaining in the regular season. Adelman would guide the Nuggets to […]

The Denver Nuggets kept their playoff hopes alive with a 119-107 victory over the Oklahoma City Thunder on Thursday night, forcing a decisive Game 7. Nikola Jokic led the charge with 29 points, 14 rebounds, and eight assists. The three-time MVP was also one of five different Nuggets who finished the game in double figures. […]

The Denver Nuggets suffered a crushing 112-105 Game 5 loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder on Tuesday night. Following the game, Aaron Gordon had little interest in discussing what had just gone down in the game. Instead, he directed his postgame comments toward a recent ESPN article that, according to Gordon, portrayed teammate Russell Westbrook […]

The Denver Nuggets now find themselves in a best-of-three series after falling to the Oklahoma City Thunder 92-87 in Game 4. With the series tied 2-2, the Nuggets will need to find a way to regain some momentum as the series shifts back to Oklahoma City. Despite the loss, Nuggets point guard Jamal Murray offered […]

In a postgame press conference following the Denver Nuggets’ 113-104 overtime victory against the Oklahoma City Thunder, interim head coach David Adelman made sure to defend his star player despite an uncharacteristically off shooting night. “And Nikola’s ‘off night,’ I mean 20-16-6 just an awful NBA night,” Adelman said jokingly. “The stat sheet always says […]

In Game 1 of the Western Conference semifinals, Aaron Gordon hit a game-winning three-pointer with less than four seconds remaining to give the Denver Nuggets a 121-119 victory over the top-seeded Oklahoma City Thunder. The clutch shot from the wing completed a remarkable 14-point comeback for the fourth-seeded Nuggets. AARON GORDON FTW 😱😱😱 NUGGETS COMPLETE […]

In Game 7, the Denver Nuggets handily defeated Russell Westbrook’s old team, the Los Angeles Clippers, 120-101. The Nuggets dominated for a majority of the game, leading by as much as 35 points. The veteran Westbrook was a key factor in the Nuggets’ series-clinching win, scoring 16 points while also recording five rebounds, five assists, […]

Following the Denver Nuggets’ 111-105 loss to the Los Angeles Clippers in Game 6, interim head coach David Adelman didn’t mince words about some of the treatment Nikola Jokic has been getting from referees. “Nikola gets fouled a lot. I’m not sure what was happening tonight, but for him to shoot two free throws with […]

After dropping Game 3 and falling behind 2-1 in the series, the Denver Nuggets entered Game 4 with a renewed sense of urgency and physicality. The difference in energy was immediately apparent as they built an early lead and controlled the pace against the Los Angeles Clippers. According to three-time MVP Nikola Jokic, that was […]

In a surprising turn of events at the 2025 NFL Draft, Colorado quarterback Shedeur Sanders still remains on the board after three rounds. Once projected as a first-round selection, Sanders’ dramatic slide has shocked the entire NFL community, including Denver Broncos head coach Sean Payton. While the Broncos are not in the market for a […]

An illness is spreading through the Denver Nuggets organization during the first round of their playoff matchup against the Los Angeles Clippers. According to interim head coach David Adelman, some members of the Nuggets have already been sick, while others are currently dealing with the illness. “A lot of people were hit all the way through the […]

The first game of the series between the Denver Nuggets and the Los Angeles Clippers was about as electric as a game could be. The Nuggets kept taking blows, but somehow managed to get back up each time. In a game that went into overtime, the Nuggets would end up getting the slim win over […]

In the wake of the Denver Nuggets’ unexpected front-office shakeup, franchise cornerstone Nikola Jokic has offered an interesting perspective on the team’s current state. Following the dismissals of head coach Michael Malone and general manager Calvin Booth, Jokic suggests the Nuggets might have found some new motivation for the season. “I think Josh [Kroenke] got […]

In a stunning late-season shake-up, the Denver Nuggets have parted ways with head coach Michael Malone and general manager Calvin Booth. The decision comes after a four-game losing streak that has the Nuggets close to falling to a Play-In Tournament spot with just three regular-season games remaining. According to Matt Moore of the Action Network, […]

The Denver Nuggets are not in a good place right now. In what is arguably the most critical part of the season, the Nuggets have tumbled into a 4-game losing streak following a recent loss to the Indiana Pacers. Because of their losing streak, the Nuggets have now fallen into a multiple-team race for seeding […]

In a heartbreaking double-overtime thriller, the Denver Nuggets fell to the Minnesota Timberwolves 140-139 despite a historic performance from Nikola Jokic. The three-time MVP posted a 61-point triple-double, the highest-scoring triple-double in NBA history. Unfortunately, Russell Westbrook’s costly mistakes in the final seconds of double overtime spoiled what should have been remembered as a career […]

As the Denver Nuggets try to make their way through a tough stretch of games, it appears Michael Porter Jr. has slipped into a noticeable shooting slump. Following a 129-119 loss to the Chicago Bulls, Jamal Murray was asked a question about Porter Jr’s rough night. Murray didn’t bat an eye, and showed his support […]

The Denver Nuggets suffered their second consecutive blowout loss on Friday night, falling 128-109 to the Portland Trail Blazers in a game that left head coach Michael Malone fuming. “Yeah, that was embarrassing. That was just a joke. Who are we kidding?” Malone said with an exasperated tone. “Eleven games to go and that’s the […]

The odds were stacked against the Denver Nuggets on Monday. No Nikola Jokic, no Jamal Murray, and no Christian Braun. Despite being down three starters, Russell Westbrook led the young Nuggets offense to an upset win over the Golden State Warriors, 114-105. After the game, Westbrook explained how he guided a roster filled with young, […]

The Denver Nuggets’ defensive woes were on full display in their shocking 126-123 loss to the Washington Wizards on Saturday. The Nuggets fell to one of the league’s worst teams, prompting Nikola Jokic to assess his team’s inconsistency. “I’m not surprised,” Jokic said bluntly in his post-game press conference. “Because this is what we do. […]

Denver Nuggets head coach Michael Malone didn’t mince words when discussing the ongoing NBA MVP race between his star center Nikola Jokic and Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. “Obviously Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is a great player,” said Malone. “If he wins his first MVP, he’s deserving of that. My thing is, if you didn’t know […]

The Denver Broncos are continuing to make free-agent splashes on defense. According to Ian Rapoport, the Broncos signed linebacker Dre Greenlaw to a three-year deal worth $35 million. The signing of Greenlaw marks the second player the Broncos have swiped away from the San Francisco 49ers, as earlier in the day they signed safety Talanoa […]

The Denver Broncos were seen as a team that could make a splash in NFL Free Agency. And Denver has kicked off its free agency with that big splash signing. According to Adam Schefter, the Broncos and safety Talanoa Hufanga have agreed to a three-year deal worth up to $45 million, with $20 million guaranteed. […]

Nikola Jokic made NBA history on Friday night with a rare statistical achievement. During the Denver Nuggets’ 149-141 win in overtime vs. the Phoenix Suns, Jokic scored 31 points, had 22 assists and grabbed 21 rebounds. With this stat line, he became the first NBA player to reach or exceed 30 points, 20 assists, and […]

Russell Westbrook isn’t holding back about NBA fans who form opinions based solely on the Denver Nuggets’ national television appearances. Following Denver’s 116-110 victory over the Sacramento Kings on Wednesday, Westbrook addressed the wave of criticism that’s followed the team’s disappointing 5-9 record in nationally televised games this season. The Nuggets have formed a bad […]

The Denver Broncos fired linebackers coach Michael Wilhoite on Wednesday after he allegedly assaulted a police officer at Denver International Airport. The incident occurred Feb. 23, just before the Broncos coaching staff traveled to Indianapolis for the NFL Scouting Combine. The decision came after extensive discussions between team leadership, including Owner/CEO Greg Penner and general […]

The Denver Broncos showed promising signs of growth during the 2024 NFL season. But head coach Sean Payton isn’t satisfied yet. In a recent press conference, Payton made it clear that while he acknowledges the team’s progress, there’s still much work to be done. “We don’t shy away from it,” Payton said. “Our expectations are […]

Denver Nuggets superstar center Nikola Jokic is known for his insane passing ability. His highlight reel includes many near-full-court heaves to teammates, as well as no-look passes. Despite his talent in passing, Denver Broncos head coach Sean Payton says he could see Jokic playing a different position if he were to play football. “I see […]

Saturday night was just not the Denver Nuggets night. Their nine-game win streak came to an abrupt halt after they suffered a 123-100 loss to the Los Angeles Lakers. Prior to tonight’s matchup, the Nuggets had beaten the Lakers five straight times, not counting the postseason. According to point guard Jamal Murray, the Nuggets’ lack […]

As we enter the last half of the NBA season, it seems like Jamal Murray has hit another gear. On Thursday night, the Denver Nuggets beat the Charlotte Hornets 129-115. Murray led the Nuggets’ scoring, going 12-of-18 from the field. He was also on fire from three-point range, shooting 7-of-10 from three. In his last […]

Jamal Murray’s 2024-25 season got off to a bit of a slow start. But right as the Denver Nuggets hit the All-Star break, Murray has caught fire. Against the Portland Trail Blazers, Murray absolutely went off, scoring a career-high 55 points. Also on the night, he had a shooting percentage of 55.6% while shooting 46.7% […]

This year’s NBA trade deadline was jam-packed with jaw-dropping moves. The Dallas Mavericks and Los Angeles Lakers set the NBA world ablaze with a blockbuster Luka Doncic and Anthony Davis exchange. And yet, despite all the big moves around the league, the Denver Nuggets decided to stand pat and made no trades before the deadline. […]

Denver Nuggets star Nikola Jokic was stunned when he heard about the trade of his good friend Luka Doncic from the Dallas Mavericks to the Los Angeles Lakers. The Lakers landed Doncic, as well as Maxi Kleber and Markieff Morris. In return, the Mavericks received Anthony Davis, Max Christie, and a 2029 first-round pick. The […]