Nuggets have a glaring weak link when Tyus Jones and DeMar DeRozan share the floor

The combination of DeMar DeRozan and Tyus Jones has been bad when they've shared the court for the Nuggets this season.

By David Decker · Nugg Love

Published: Saturday, 31 October 2026 at 8:15 PM

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David Decker argues the Denver Nuggets must stop playing Tyus Jones and DeMar DeRozan together on the floor.
Data shows the Jones and DeRozan lineup combination is net minus-20.8 points per 100 possessions in 50 minutes.
Decker highlights defensive vulnerabilities that contributed to the Phoenix Suns making 18 three-pointers during Denver's 127-120 win.

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Writer David Decker argues that the Denver Nuggets struggle considerably whenever Tyus Jones and DeMar DeRozan share the floor. Decker points to advanced metrics showing the lineup combination is net minus-20.8 points per 100 possessions across 50 minutes together, primarily hampered by a 92.3 offensive rating and perimeter defensive lapses.

Following Denver's 127-120 victory against the Phoenix Suns, Decker urges head coach David Adelman to split the duo. The article suggests replacing Jones with Ryan Nembhard or pairing DeRozan with defensive wing Alpha Diallo once Diallo returns from a wrist injury.

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