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Nuggets Sign DeMar DeRozan After Jokic Pushes Addition

8/24/2026

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The Denver Nuggets signed veteran forward DeMar DeRozan on Friday.
Nikola Jokic recruited DeRozan and approved his addition to pursue a championship ring.
Denver will use DeRozan as primary bench scorer and starter if Jokic is injured.
Analysts warn his defensive flaws may limit scoring boost and doubt the signing improves championship odds.

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The Denver Nuggets signed veteran forward DeMar DeRozan on Friday.
Nikola Jokic recruited DeRozan and approved his addition to pursue a championship ring.
Denver will use DeRozan as primary bench scorer and starter if Jokic is injured.
Analysts warn his defensive flaws may limit scoring boost and doubt the signing improves championship odds.