DeMar DeRozan signs with Denver Nuggets after Klay Thompson's move to Miami
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 21, 2026, 9:08 PM
Last updated Aug 21, 2026

DeMar DeRozan has agreed to a contract with the Denver Nuggets, reports Chris Haynes. This decision follows Klay Thompson's shift to Miami, clarifying DeRozan's options. Although the contract details remain undisclosed, DeRozan is expected to provide critical scoring depth from the bench. The Nuggets, after a sign-and-trade involving Peyton Watson, will now have 14 guaranteed contracts on their roster. DeRozan, 37, has a strong track record of durability and last averaged 18.4 points and 4.1 assists with Sacramento before being waived this offseason.
- •DeRozan will sign with the Nuggets as a free agent.
- •Nuggets are offering the veteran minimum of $3.9 million.
- •DeRozan has been in talks with Miami and Washington.
- •He averaged 18.4 points last season with Sacramento.
- •This signing brings Denver to 14 guaranteed contracts.
- 9:08 PMYahoo Sports — DeMar DeRozan reportedly to sign with Denver Nuggets, giving team needed depth
"After it was announced Klay Thompson was heading to Miami, DeRozan's choice became much more clear.
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