Nikola Jokic - staying loyal to Denver without a new contract? - Basketball Sphere

Published 6 days ago• 2 minute read

According to NBA insider , fans in Denver shouldn’t panic.

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The have had a busy offseason reshaping their roster around the three-time MVP. After back-to-back second-round playoff exits, their front office moved quickly to improve the supporting cast.

traded away and brought in as part of the revamp.

The team also signed and , adding depth and experience to help and carry the team deep into the postseason.

While is eligible for free agency in 2027, there is no indication that he is even considering leaving the franchise that drafted him.

The 30-year-old Serbian star is currently under contract through 2026, with a $62.8 million player option for 2027.

There is also a financial incentive for to wait on signing a new deal. By holding off until next offseason, he becomes eligible for a four-year extension worth over $290 million—far more than the three-year, $212 million deal he could have signed this summer.

is coming off another historic season, becoming the first center in NBA history to average a triple-double for a full season: 29.6 points, 12.7 rebounds, and 10.2 assists per game.

He finished second in the 2025 MVP voting behind guard .