# Nuggets' Financial Decisions: Pickett Option & Valanciunas Cut

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Podcast: [Denver Nuggets News Today| 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/denver-nuggets-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7550739)
Published: 2026-05-19T18:25:01+00:00
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## Resource

The Denver Nuggets are facing financial challenges this offseason, particularly with the 2026-27 season looming. Theyre up against the NBAs second apron, requiring creative payroll management. Two clear moves are picking up Jalen Picketts team option and letting Jonas Valanciunas go. Picketts option is a smart financial play, while Valanciunas contract offers significant cap space savings. His limited playoff minutes suggest this move is both financially and basketball-wise. These decisions set the stage for tougher choices ahead in trades and free agency. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/e9dedda82492497b

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