Nuggets fans can take Nikola Jokic at his word and ignore the exit rumors

The Nikola Jokic exit rumors will persist until he signs his contract extension. Nuggets fans can ignore all of them.

By David Decker · Nugg Love

Published: Wednesday, 14 October 2026 at 11:00 PM

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Writer David Decker argues Denver Nuggets fans should ignore rumors suggesting Nikola Jokic might leave the franchise.
Jokic stated during media day that he plans to sign an extension with Denver next year.
Decker highlights that Denver can offer Jokic a projected record five-year, $359.5 million extension next summer.

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Writer David Decker argues that Denver Nuggets fans should dismiss speculation regarding Nikola Jokic leaving the franchise next summer. Despite commentary from The Athletic suggesting potential roster shortcomings might cause Jokic's eye to wander, Decker notes that the superstar center explicitly stated during media day that he intends to sign an extension with Denver next year.

According to Decker, waiting to sign was purely a business move, as the Nuggets can offer a projected five-year, $359.5 million record extension. The writer maintains that Jokic's stated commitment to remain in Denver for his entire career proves exit rumors are unfounded.

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