Nuggets Match Offer for Spencer Jones | NBA News

Denver Nuggets match Oklahoma City’s offer to keep forward Spencer Jones, securing a key contributor with a two-year, $12M deal — a move that bumps their luxury tax from $36M to $68M and signals their commitment to retaining core talent. Jones, an undrafted gem from 2024, delivered elite hustle, defense, and shooting (40% from three) last season, earning playoff minutes. While it adds financial pressure and complicates roster decisions — including what to do with fellow restricted free agent Peyton Watson — the Nuggets prioritize depth and cohesion over cost, preventing a rival from gaining strength. It’s not flashy, but it’s smart. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/17b17cf49a0d462c