Episode
Zeke Nnaji’s Time With Nuggets Is Up
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- Jun 17, 2026
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- 94
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Summary
The Nuggets’ Zeke Nnaji, drafted in 2020 and stuck on the bench for six years despite a hefty contract extension, is becoming a trade liability — his player option for 2027-28 makes him even more costly to keep. With minimal production and no clear role, the team must move him this offseason or risk being stuck with a bloated contract as younger players like Peyton Watson take over minutes. Finding a team willing to absorb his contract is tough, but it’s a necessary move before his option locks in. Support the show: Get a discount at https://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/aed718433c3abfeb