Jokic still wants to be 'Nuggets forever,' but an early playoff exit leaves them searching for more
3 sources covered this · see comparison → ⚠ Right-onlyThe Denver Nuggets were eliminated in the first round of the NBA playoffs by the Minnesota Timberwolves in six games, marking a disappointing end to their season three years after winning the championship. Nikola Jokic expressed loyalty to the team, stating he wants to be with the Nuggets 'forever,' but acknowledged the team has significant work to do. Injuries to key players and poor performances from supporting cast members contributed to their early exit.
- ▪The Denver Nuggets were ousted in six games by the Minnesota Timberwolves in the first round of the 2026 NBA playoffs.
- ▪Nikola Jokic recorded 28 points, 10 assists, and nine rebounds in the series-ending loss but admitted the team is 'far away' from contention.
- ▪Jamal Murray struggled throughout the series, finishing with a game-worst minus-18 rating in Game 6 after going 4-for-17 from the field.
- ▪Aaron Gordon missed three games due to a calf injury and Peyton Watson missed the entire series with a hamstring strain.
- ▪Despite the Timberwolves being short-handed in their backcourt, they advanced past the Nuggets, who failed to reach May in the playoffs for the first time in four years.
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