The Denver Nuggets and reigning Finals MVP Nikola Jokic are no longer pursuing LeBron James, removing themselves from the highly watched sweepstakes for the NBA superstar, according to a report published July 8, 2026.
The brief update did not specify why the 2023 NBA champions stepped away from a possible bid for James, who is expected to hit free agency this summer. The decision ends any speculation that Denver might pair the two-time league MVP Jokic with the four-time champion in an effort to bolster its title hopes.
James, 41, is still weighing his options after completing his latest season with the Los Angeles Lakers. With Denver out, several other franchises remain in contention for the veteran forward’s services when the market opens.
Source: New York Post
