What happened: Shams Charania reports the Denver Nuggets are no longer on LeBron James’ list of potential destinations. The Cleveland Cavaliers, Miami Heat, Philadelphia 76ers, Minnesota Timberwolves, and Golden State Warriors remain in contention for the forward.

Why it matters: Missing out on the sweepstakes leaves Denver poised to retain its current core for the upcoming season. This roster continuity mirrors a recent Nuggets offseason social thread focused on the 2026-27 campaign.

What to watch: The five remaining suitors will continue negotiating for James.