Nuggets sign Bryce Hopkins to two-way contract after NBA draft
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 27, 2026, 1:00 AM
Last updated Aug 27, 2026

The Denver Nuggets signed Bryce Hopkins, the 49th overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, to a two-way contract. The former St. John's forward had an impressive college career, averaging 13.6 points and 6.2 rebounds last season. He showcased his skills in the NBA summer league, averaging 18 points in four games. Hopkins will share time between the Nuggets and their G League affiliate, the Grand Rapids Gold, and is eligible to play up to 50 NBA games this season.
- •Bryce Hopkins was the 49th pick in the 2026 NBA Draft.
- •He averaged 13.6 points and 6.2 rebounds at St. John's.
- •Hopkins scored 18 points per game in the summer league.
- •The two-way contract allows him to play for the Nuggets and Grand Rapids Gold.
- •He will earn $678,882 this season.
- 1:00 AMYahoo Sports — Nuggets sign No. 49 overall pick Bryce Hopkins to two-way contract
"Former St. John's forward Bryce Hopkins, the 49th overall pick in the 2026 NBA draft, signed a two-way contract with the Nuggets.
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