Nuggets’ preseason free-throw slump shouldn’t be brushed aside

The Nuggets were bad free-throw shooters in the preseason, and they've got to remedy that as the season moves forward.

By David Decker · Nugg Love

Published: Monday, 19 October 2026 at 8:00 PM

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Writer David Decker argues the Denver Nuggets' preseason free-throw shooting slump should not be ignored.
The Nuggets ranked last in the NBA during the preseason by shooting just 67.5 percent from the line.
Nikola Jokic shot 66.7 percent and Christian Braun shot 55.6 percent during preseason play.

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Writer David Decker argues that the Denver Nuggets must address their preseason free-throw shooting struggles ahead of the regular season. The team ranked last among all 30 NBA teams during the preseason, converting just 67.5 percent of their 32 attempts per game.

Decker notes that rookie Trevon Brazile struggled by shooting 33.3 percent, while starters Nikola Jokic and Christian Braun converted 66.7 percent and 55.6 percent, respectively. The writer warns that missed free throws could prove costly in close, clutch games.

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