Nuggets seek additional ballhandler to bolster roster

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Last updated Jun 28, 2026

Nuggets seek additional ballhandler to bolster roster
Summary

The Denver Nuggets are actively looking to acquire another ballhandler as part of their offseason strategy. Sources indicate that the team fell short in the first round of the playoffs against the Minnesota Timberwolves in April. With an extension for Nikola Jokić delayed until July 6, front-office co-heads Jon Wallace and Ben Tenzer aim to strengthen the roster ahead of next season. The need for a creative ballhandler has been identified as a priority for the Nuggets as they prepare for future competition.

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  • Nuggets identify ballhandler as offseason target.
  • Team co-heads are focused on roster improvements.
  • Nuggets lost to Timberwolves in first-round playoff.
  • Extension talks for Nikola Jokić begin on July 6.
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