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Denver Nuggets sign DeMar DeRozan to one-year deal

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 21, 2026, 10:01 PM

Last updated Aug 21, 2026

Denver Nuggets sign DeMar DeRozan to one-year deal

Summary

The Denver Nuggets have signed six-time NBA All-Star DeMar DeRozan to a one-year, $3.9 million contract. This addition strengthens the supporting cast around Nikola Jokic, following a recent five-team trade that saw Peyton Watson move to the Cleveland Cavaliers. DeRozan, who played 77 games for the Sacramento Kings last season, averages 18.4 points, 2.9 rebounds, and 4.1 assists per game. His veteran experience adds depth to Denver's roster as the team continues its preparations for the upcoming season.

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•DeRozan agrees to a one-year, $3.9 million deal with the Nuggets.
•Nuggets recently traded Peyton Watson to the Cavaliers.
•DeRozan averaged 18.4 points, 2.9 rebounds last season.
•He has consistently played at least 74 games over the last five seasons.
•DeRozan was a free agent after being waived by the Kings in July.

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10:01 PMYahoo Sports — Denver Nuggets add veteran scorer around Nikola Jokic with one-year deal

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Denver Nuggets have strengthened Nikola Jokic’s supporting cast by signing six-time NBA All-Star DeMar DeRozan to a one-year deal. The move comes just two days after the Nuggets sent Peyton Watson to the Cleveland Cavaliers as part of a five-team trade.
— Yahoo Sports

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