The Denver Nuggets got to work this offseason, bringing in some strong players to pair with Nikola Jokic.
The Denver Nuggets knew they had to make changes to their roster this offseason. Nikola Jokic proved that he had taken their previous squad as far as he could have.
So the front office got to work. The Nuggets had a brilliant free agency, landing Bruce Brown, Tim Hardaway Jr., and Jonas Valanciunas.
Another big swing they took came in the form of a trade, as the Nuggets made a deal to land Cam Johnson for Michael Porter Jr. from the Nets.
And after adding Kessler Edwards to bolster their depth, the Nuggets have a genuine contender on their hands.
Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post2025-26 Denver Nuggets projected starting lineup
The Denver Nuggets will still be anchored by Nikola Jokic next season, as the Serbian sensation looks to win his second NBA championship.
And this will be the roster he can expect to play with come October:
Starting LineupSecond UnitJamal MurrayJalen PickettChristian BraunBruce BrownCam JohnsonTim Hardaway Jr.Aaron GordonJulian StrawtherNikola JokicJonas Valanciunas
Expect Kessler Edwards, Zeke Nnaji, and Hunter Tyson to get big minutes in the rotation as well, as David Adelman tries to rely less on his aging players.
Cam Johnson’s improved shooting will only further cement his place in the starting lineup, as he replaces the outgoing Michael Porter Jr.
Nikola Jokic could win historic 4th MVP award
With a much-improved roster, Nikola Jokic has all the tools in the world to win his fourth MVP award. This Nuggets roster is among the best they have put together.
But for the Serbian star, winning an NBA championship will be far more important. Which is why he will be satisfied with this roster.
The biggest benefit of this roster is that they have backup for Jokic at the center position. Jokic previously praised Valanciunas, and now can rely on him in the same role.
With the OKC Thunder still a strong side in the West, Jokic now finally has the arsenal needed to combat Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and his side and emerge out of the West.