Nikola Jokić plans to delay Nuggets contract extension until 2027
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 6, 2026, 10:15 PM
Last updated Jul 6, 2026
Nikola Jokić confirmed he will delay signing a contract extension with the Denver Nuggets until next summer. Despite speculation regarding his future with the team, Jokić emphasized his commitment to remain in Denver for the duration of his career. This decision allows him the option to opt out of his current contract next year, potentially securing a longer extension through 2032. The Nuggets are reportedly willing to make roster adjustments to keep Jokić satisfied amid discussions of avoiding the NBA's second apron for salary cap purposes.
- •Jokić plans to delay contract extension until 2027
- •He remains committed to the Nuggets long-term
- •Delay allows opting out for a longer deal
- •Nuggets may adjust roster strategies to accommodate Jokić
- •Denver aims to maintain a competitive roster while handling salary cap
- 10:15 PMYahoo Sports — Nikola Jokić finally clarified report he may delay a Nuggets contract extension
"It sounds like Nikola Jokić will, in fact, delay his contract extension with the Nuggets. It's not why you think.
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