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David Adelman admits he’s still figuring Nuggets’ bench bunch

David Adelman knows DeMar DeRozan will be part of the Nuggets’ second unit. Figuring out who belongs alongside him is taking a little more work. Denver’s coach is still sorting through his bench combinations, with two preseason games remaining and…

By Hoops Wire · Yard Barker

Published: Wednesday, 14 October 2026 at 4:03 AM

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David Adelman is currently evaluating bench rotation combinations for the Denver Nuggets before the regular season begins.
Adelman stated he prefers not to use any starters alongside the second unit if possible.
DeMar DeRozan will serve as an established isolation scorer leading Denver's reserve group.

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Denver Nuggets coach David Adelman stated he is still sorting through his bench combinations with two preseason games remaining. Adelman aims to keep the second unit independent and avoid playing starters alongside reserves to start the season. DeMar DeRozan will serve as the primary scorer for the bench group.

Adelman highlighted Tyus Jones and Marvin Bagley III in pick-and-roll actions alongside DeRozan's isolation scoring. Other potential bench contributors being evaluated include Julian Strawther, Bryce Hopkins, Alpha Diallo, Cam Whitmore, and Spencer Jones once he returns.

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