Jokic to delay Nuggets extension signing until summer of '27
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 6, 2026, 10:40 PM
Last updated Jul 6, 2026
Nikola Jokic has indicated he wishes to remain with the Denver Nuggets long-term, but has chosen to postpone signing a contract extension until the summer of 2027. This decision comes as he weighs his options for the future with the franchise. Jokic's commitment to the team remains evident, but he is prioritizing timing in this contract decision. More details may emerge next summer regarding potential terms for the deal.
- •Nikola Jokic confirms desire to stay with the Nuggets long-term.
- •Chooses to wait until next summer to sign an extension.
- •Decision reflects considerations for his future with the franchise.
- 12:19 AMYahoo Sports — Nikola Jokic confirms he plans to re-sign with Nuggets, but next summer
- 11:22 PMESPN — Jokic opts to wait on Nuggets extension until '27
"Nikola Jokic reaffirmed his desire to say with the Nuggets long-term but said he's opting to wait until next summer to sign an extension.
"There are financial reasons for Jokic to wait a year, plus he can get a no-trade clause.
Sources
External links- Yahoo SportsJul 7, 2026, 12:19 AMNikola Jokic confirms he plans to re-sign with Nuggets, but next summer
There are financial reasons for Jokic to wait a year, plus he can get a no-trade clause.
- ESPNJul 6, 2026, 11:22 PMJokic opts to wait on Nuggets extension until '27
Nikola Jokic reaffirmed his desire to say with the Nuggets long-term but said he's opting to wait until next summer to sign an extension.
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