Full History Of Denver Nuggets In Timeline From 1948

1948: Denver Nuggets NBL team

From 1948 to 1950 was the last year as a charter member of the NBA following the BAA merging operations with the NBL to create the modern-day NBA.

1950: Denver Nuggets NBL team

From 1948 to 1950 was the last year as a charter member of the NBA following the BAA merging operations with the NBL to create the modern-day NBA.

1953: Game three of the second round had four overtimes, tying a 1953 game for the longest NBA playoff game

Game three of the second round of the 2019 NBA playoffs between the Denver Nuggets and the Portland Trail Blazers had four overtimes, tying a 1953 game for the longest NBA playoff game.

1967: Denver Rockets' logos, uniforms, and colors introduced

From 1967–68, the Denver Rockets' logos, uniforms, and colors were black, orange, and white.

1967: American Basketball Association (ABA)'s charter franchises awarded

In 1967, one of the American Basketball Association (ABA)'s charter franchises was awarded to a group in Kansas City, Missouri and named Denver Larks franchise.

1967: Denver Larks founded

In 1967, the team was originally founded as the Denver Larks as a charter franchise of the American Basketball Association (ABA).

1969: Spencer Haywood joined the team

In 1969, controversial rookie Spencer Haywood joined the team for the 1969–70 season and was named ABA MVP, ABA rookie of the year, as well as the All-Star Game MVP.

1970: Haywood signed with the Seattle SuperSonics

Just before the start of the 1970–71 season, Spencer Haywood signed with the Seattle SuperSonics, jumping to the NBA.

1970: Denver Rockets' logos, uniforms, and colors remain

Through 1970–71, the Denver Rockets' logos, uniforms, and colors remained black, orange, and white.

1971: Rockets wore gold and purple uniforms

From 1971–72, the Denver Rockets wore gold and purple (Columbine blue) uniforms, and their logo featured a cartoonish rocket bouncing a gold and purple basketball, with a purple and white snow-capped mountain in the background.

1972: Ringsby sold the team

In 1972, Ringsby sold the team to San Diego businessmen Frank Goldberg and Bud Fischer.

1973: Rockets wore gold and purple uniforms

Through 1973–74, the Denver Rockets wore gold and purple (Columbine blue) uniforms, and their logo featured a cartoonish rocket bouncing a gold and purple basketball, with a purple and white snow-capped mountain in the background.

August 7, 1974: Rockets change name to Nuggets

On August 7, 1974, the Rockets changed their name to the Nuggets as a precautionary measure for their franchise to move from the ABA to the NBA.

1974: Acquisitions of Thompson, Jones and Dan Issel

In 1975–76, with the acquisitions of Thompson, Jones and Dan Issel who had come via a trade after he won an ABA title with the 1974–75 Kentucky Colonels.

1974: Played in Denver Auditorium Arena

Playing in the Denver Auditorium Arena for the last season the 1974–75 team went 65–19, including a 40–2 record at home.

1975: Sold team to Nuggets Management Inc.

In 1974 and 1975 Goldberg and Fischer sold the team to a local investment group called Nuggets Management Inc.

1975: Applied to join NBA

In 1975, the Nuggets and Nets had actually applied to join the NBA, but were forced to stay in the ABA by a court order.

1975: Signed David Thompson

In 1975, with the drafting and signing of future Hall of Fame player David Thompson out of North Carolina State and Marvin Webster, and the acquisitions of Dan Issel and Bobby Jones, they had their best seasons in team history.

1975: Acquisitions of Thompson, Jones and Dan Issel

In 1975–76, with the acquisitions of Thompson, Jones and Dan Issel who had come via a trade after he won an ABA title with the 1974–75 Kentucky Colonels.

1976: Lost to New York Nets

In 1976, the Nuggets lost to the New York Nets and Julius Erving in 6 games.

1976: Nuggets lost to New York Nets in ABA Championship

In 1976, the Nuggets played for the final ABA Championship title, losing to the New York Nets.

1976: Joined NBA after ABA-NBA merger

In 1976, the team joined the NBA after the ABA–NBA merger.

1976: Anthony Became the First Denver Player to Score

In 2009, Anthony became the first Denver player to score at least 30 points in five consecutive playoff games since the Nuggets joined the NBA in 1976.

1976: Nuggets Join The NBA

The Nuggets officially joined the NBA in 1976.

1976: Nuggets retain pick-axe logo on jerseys

When the Nuggets joined the NBA in the 1976–77 season, they retained the pick-axe logo on their jerseys from the ABA days. The home uniforms feature "Nuggets" in red, with a red pick-axe inside a blue oval, and gold numbers with blue trim in front, blue numbers and letters at the back.

1977: Nuggets simplify their uniforms

From 1977 to 1982, the Nuggets simplified their uniforms following their inaugural season in the NBA. Their home uniforms were white, with a "Nuggets" script written across the chest in a darker royal blue, with gold trim around the script and jersey numbers.

1978: Red McCombs bought the team

In 1978, Red McCombs bought the team.

1979: Brown left the team

In 1979, Larry Brown left the team, helping usher in a brief decline in their performance.

1981: Hired Doug Moe as head coach

In 1981, they hired Doug Moe as a head coach, bringing with him a "motion offense" philosophy.

1981: "rainbow city skyline" synonymous with the team

The "rainbow city skyline," had been synonymous with the team since 1981, was replaced with a new logo in 1993.

1982: Nuggets simplify their uniforms

From 1977 to 1982, the Nuggets simplified their uniforms following their inaugural season in the NBA. The royal blue away jersey had "Denver" written across the chest in white, with gold trim.

1982: Nuggets introduce "rainbow city" skyline uniforms

From 1982–83, the Nuggets wore the Denver "rainbow city" skyline across the chest and back on both the home and away uniforms. The initial home uniforms were white with navy and green trim, with "Nuggets" and the uniform number in gold with blue trim.

1982: Moses Malone first center to win back to back Kia MVP Awards

In 1982, Moses Malone was the first center to win back to back Kia MVP Awards.

1982: Rainbow Uniforms

In 2018, the Denver Nuggets released their "City" uniform as a callback to the team's rainbow uniforms from 1982-1993.

December 13, 1983: Nuggets and Pistons combined for NBA record 370 points

On December 13, 1983, the Nuggets and the visiting Detroit Pistons combined for an NBA record 370 points, with Detroit winning in triple overtime, 186–184.

1983: Moses Malone first center to win back to back Kia MVP Awards

In 1983, Moses Malone was the first center to win back to back Kia MVP Awards.

1983: NBA Introduced 16-Team Playoff Format

In 1983, the NBA switched to a 16-team playoff format and the Nuggets made it as the 8th seed team in the Western Conference of the 2008 NBA playoffs.

1984: Vandeweghe traded to Portland Trail Blazers

Before the 1984–85 season, Kiki Vandeweghe was traded to the Portland Trail Blazers for Fat Lever, Calvin Natt and Wayne Cooper.

1984: Made it to the Western Conference finals

In 1984–85, the Denver Nuggets made it to the Western Conference finals after being perennial playoff contenders, and they lost in five games to the Los Angeles Lakers.

1985: McCombs sold the team to Sidney Shlenker

In 1985, McCombs sold the team to Sidney Shlenker.

1985: Nuggets start season 5-0 for the first time since 1985

In 1985, the Denver Nuggets achieved a 5-0 start to the season after defeating the Memphis Grizzlies, Indiana Pacers and New Jersey Nets, marking the first time since 1985 they had accomplished such a feat.

1985: Nuggets change blue shade

In 1985, the Nuggets changed the shade of blue to royal and eliminated green from the "rainbow city" skyline uniforms.

1985: Nuggets Reach Western Conference Finals

In 2009, the Denver Nuggets achieved numerous milestones, including matching their most wins since joining the NBA. They won the Northwest Division and reached the Western Conference Finals for the first time since 1985.

1986: Nuggets change back numbers to royal blue

In 1986, the Nuggets changed the back numbers to royal blue on the "rainbow city" skyline uniforms.

1987: Nuggets Finish With 50 Wins In A Season

In 1987, Nuggets finished with at least 50 wins in a season.

1987: Nuggets start season 2-0 for the second time since 1987

In 1987, the Nuggets started the season with a 2-0 record, marking only the second time since then that they had achieved such a start.

1987: Won 54 games in the 1987–88 season

In the 1987–88 season, the Denver Nuggets managed to win 54 games, the most they had ever won as an NBA team.

1988: Mavericks eliminated Nuggets

In the 1988 NBA Playoffs, the Mavericks eliminated the Denver Nuggets in the second round.

1988: Nuggets Win Home-Court Advantage Since 1988

In the 2008–09 NBA season the Nuggets won game 1 of the playoffs against the New Orleans Hornets for the first time they had home-court advantage since 1988.

1989: Shlenker sold the team to COMSAT

In 1989, Shlenker sold the team to COMSAT.

December 15, 1990: Rocky The Mountain Lion Introduction

Rocky The Mountain Lion was introduced to Denver Nuggets fans on December 15, 1990.

1990: Moe left the team

In 1990, Doug Moe left the team, and was replaced by Paul Westhead.

1991: Drafted Dikembe Mutombo

In 1991, Denver took a positive step in rebuilding by drafting Georgetown University center Dikembe Mutombo.

1991: "Nuggets" becomes white with royal blue and gold trim

In 1991, coinciding with the debut of Dikembe Mutombo, the word "Nuggets" on the "rainbow city" skyline uniforms became white with royal blue and gold trim.

1991: Rocky The Mountain Lion Start as Mascot

Rocky The Mountain Lion has been the official team mascot since the 1990-1991 season.

1992: Nuggets discontinue "rainbow city" skyline uniforms

From 1982–83 through 1992–93, the Nuggets wore the Denver "rainbow city" skyline across the chest and back on both the home and away uniforms.

1992: Fired Westhead and hired Issel

Prior to the 1992–93 season, Denver fired Paul Westhead and hired former star player Dan Issel as his successor.

1993: Nuggets drastically change look

For the 1993–94 season, the Nuggets drastically changed their look, with a navy blue, metallic gold and maroon color scheme on their uniforms. The "rainbow city skyline" was replaced with a logo that featured a navy blue snow-capped mountain above an enlarged western-style "Nuggets" wordmark in metallic gold, and a curved maroon ribbon with a "Denver" wordmark positioned in between the mountain and the "Nuggets" wordmark.

1993: Throwback Uniform Design

In 2021, the Denver Nuggets' mashup "City" uniforms featured navy blue and stylized numbers from the 1993–2003 uniforms.

1993: Snow-Capped Mountain Logo

Since 1993, the snow-capped mountain/enlarged western-style wordmark logo had served as the Denver Nuggets' primary logo until it was replaced in 2018.

1993: Ditched their rainbow colors

Starting in the 1993–94 season, Denver ditched their rainbow colors for a dark navy, metallic gold and wine color scheme.

1993: Team's color scheme introduced

The team's color scheme from 1993 to 2003 was navy blue.

1995: Acquired Antonio McDyess

Following the 1994 season, Denver acquired Antonio McDyess in a draft-day trade with the Los Angeles Clippers.

1995: COMSAT Buys Quebec Nordiques, Moves to Denver

In 1995, COMSAT bought the NHL's Quebec Nordiques and moved them to Denver as the Colorado Avalanche.

1996: Mutombo left

After the 1995–96 season, Dikembe Mutombo left for the Atlanta Hawks.

1996: Nuggets Finish Season with Fourth-Worst Record

In 1996, the Denver Nuggets concluded the 1996 NBA season with a record of 21 wins and 61 losses, which was the fourth-worst record in the league.

1997: McDyess Traded; Nuggets Flirt with Record Low Wins

In 1997, Antonio McDyess was traded to the Phoenix Suns, and Dale Ellis returned to Seattle. The Denver Nuggets nearly set a record for the fewest wins in an 82-game season, with only 11 wins.

1997: COMSAT Agrees to Sell Ascent Entertainment Group

In 1997, COMSAT agreed in principle to sell Ascent Entertainment Group, the umbrella corporation for its sporting assets, to Liberty Media due to financial strain.

1998: "Pick axe" logo was shelved

Former NBA director of creative services Tom O'Grady had planned on introducing the logo as early as 1998, but then-NBA commissioner David Stern was not informed of the possible logo change. As a result, the logo was shelved until it was brought in as an alternate seven years later in 2005.

1999: Issel Returns as Head Coach Amidst Ownership Negotiations

In 1999, Dan Issel returned as head coach, but the protracted ownership negotiations made it difficult for him to rebuild the team. He cited the unstable ownership situation as a hindrance to making personnel moves.

July 2000: Avalanche, Nuggets, and Pepsi Center Bought by Stan Kroenke

In July 2000, real estate entrepreneur Stan Kroenke bought the Avalanche, Nuggets, and Pepsi Center in a $450 million deal, placing the teams into a trust to ensure they stay in Denver until at least 2025.

2000: Shaquille O'Neal last center to win MVP before Jokic

In 2000, Shaquille O'Neal was the last center to be named NBA Most Valuable Player before Nikola Jokić achieved the same honor in 2021.

2000: Nuggets Finish Season Below .500

In 2000, the Nuggets finished the 2000 season with a record of 40-42, which was a game below .500.

2000: Ownership Negotiations Hinder Team Progress

Just before the start of the 2000 season, coach Issel expressed frustration over the team's inability to make personnel moves due to the unstable ownership situation.

August 9, 2001: Kiki Vandeweghe Assumes General Manager Duties

On August 9, 2001, Kiki Vandeweghe, a former Nuggets player, assumed general manager duties for the team.

2001: Nuggets Finish Season Below .500

In 2001, the Nuggets finished the 2001 season with a record of 40-42, which was a game below .500. Kiki Vandeweghe assumed general manager duties on August 9, 2001.

2002: Nuggets wear current uniform look for a decade

For the 1993–94 season, the Nuggets drastically changed their look. The Nuggets wore these uniforms for a decade, until the end of the 2002–03 season.

2002: Dan Issel Resigns

In 2002, coach Dan Issel was forced to resign after making an inflammatory comment towards a heckling fan.

2002: Nuggets Record Ghastly 17-65 Record

In 2002, the Nuggets tied for the worst record in the NBA, with a ghastly 17-65 record.

2002: Navy blue a primary color

The light uniform (dubbed by Nike as the "Association" jersey), the dark uniform (dubbed by Nike as the "Icon" jersey) and the alternate uniform (dubbed by Nike as the "Statement" jersey) saw the return of navy blue as a primary color for the first time since the 2002–03 season

2003: Nuggets lowest draft pick since 2003

Entering the 2015 NBA draft, the Denver Nuggets had their lowest draft pick (seventh overall) since 2003.

2003: Nuggets make another uniform change

For the 2003–04 season, the Nuggets made another uniform change, coinciding with Carmelo Anthony's debut, with a color scheme of powder blue, gold (yellow) and royal blue. The primary logo, featuring a snow-capped mountain, curved ribbon with a "Denver" wordmark and an enlarged western-style "Nuggets" workmark was modified.

2003: Nuggets Draft Carmelo Anthony and Update Logos/Uniforms

In 2003, the Nuggets drafted Carmelo Anthony and updated their logos and uniforms with a new color scheme. The team also recorded more wins in two months than in the previous season.

2003: Nuggets lottery pick

In 2014, the Denver Nuggets traded their first lottery pick (11th overall pick) since 2003 to Chicago to acquire two later first-round draft picks.

2003: Throwback Uniform Design

In 2021, the Denver Nuggets' mashup "City" uniforms featured navy blue and stylized numbers from the 1993–2003 uniforms.

2003: Powder Blue in Color Scheme

Since 2003, powder blue had been part of the Denver Nuggets' color scheme until it was eliminated from all logos and uniforms in 2018.

December 28, 2004: Jeff Bzdelik Fired, Michael Cooper Interim Coach

On December 28, 2004, head coach Jeff Bzdelik was fired and replaced by Michael Cooper as interim coach. George Karl was later hired as a permanent replacement, leading the team to a strong record in the second half of the season and a playoff berth.

2004: Qualified for NBA playoffs

From 2004 to 2013, the team qualified for the NBA playoffs in ten consecutive seasons.

2005: Pick Axe Logo

In 2005, the circular "pick axe logo" had served as the Denver Nuggets' alternate logo until it became the team's new primary logo in 2018.

2005: Nuggets Draft Julius Hodge and Trade for Linas Kleiza

In the 2005 NBA draft, the Nuggets selected Julius Hodge with the 20th pick and traded Jarrett Jack to the Portland Trail Blazers for Linas Kleiza.

2005: Spurs Defeat Nuggets in Playoffs

In the 2005 playoffs, the San Antonio Spurs defeated the Nuggets in five games, eliminating them in the first round.

2005: Nuggets Win Northwest Division Title

In the 2005-06 NBA season, the Denver Nuggets won the Northwest Division title for the first time in 18 years, securing the third seed in the Western Conference playoffs.

2005: Nuggets introduce alternate logo and uniform

In the 2005–06 season, the Nuggets also introduced an alternate logo, as well as an alternate navy blue uniform. The alternate logo featured twin intersecting gold pick-axes in a powder blue circle, with a half-white/half-yellow "mountain peaks" at the top of the circle and a basketball with gold outlining and navy blue accents at the bottom of the circle.

2005: "Pick axe" logo was officially introduced

While the "pick axe" logo was officially introduced in 2005, former NBA director of creative services Tom O'Grady had planned on introducing the logo as early as 1998.

December 18, 2006: Anthony, Smith, and Nenê Suspended for Fight

On December 18, 2006, Carmelo Anthony, J. R. Smith, and Nenê were suspended by the NBA for their involvement in a fight during a game against the New York Knicks.

December 19, 2006: Nuggets Trade for Allen Iverson

On December 19, 2006, the Nuggets traded Joe Smith, Andre Miller, and two first-round draft picks to the Philadelphia 76ers for Allen Iverson, acquiring one of the league's top scorers.

January 11, 2007: Nuggets Trade for Steve Blake

On January 11, 2007, the Nuggets traded Earl Boykins, Julius Hodge, and cash considerations to the Milwaukee Bucks for point guard Steve Blake.

2007: Nuggets Trade Marcus Camby to Clippers

On July 16, 2008, the Nuggets traded Marcus Camby to the Los Angeles Clippers for a second-round draft pick during the 2007-08 NBA season.

March 16, 2008: Nuggets Score 168 Points in Victory over SuperSonics

On March 16, 2008, the Denver Nuggets scored 168 points in a 168–116 victory over the Seattle SuperSonics, marking the third-most points scored in a regulation game in NBA history.

July 16, 2008: Nuggets Trade Marcus Camby to Clippers

On July 16, 2008, the Nuggets traded Marcus Camby to the Los Angeles Clippers for a second-round draft pick during the 2007-08 NBA season.

November 3, 2008: Iverson Traded to Pistons for Billups, McDyess, and Samb

On November 3, 2008, Allen Iverson was traded to the Detroit Pistons for Chauncey Billups, Antonio McDyess, and Cheikh Samb.

November 10, 2008: McDyess Waived, Returns to Detroit

On November 10, 2008, Antonio McDyess was waived by the Nuggets and subsequently returned to the Detroit Pistons.

2008: Chauncey Billups Joins Nuggets

Chauncey Billups joined the Nuggets in 2008. In the 2008-09 NBA season, the Nuggets matched the most wins since their induction in the NBA.

2008: Nuggets change navy blue color

In 2008, Nuggets changed royal blue to navy blue in team logos and uniforms.

2008: Nuggets Finish Season with 50 Wins, Lose in First Round

In 2008, the Denver Nuggets finished the 2007-08 NBA season with 50 wins for the first time since 1988 and made the playoffs as the eighth seed. They faced the Los Angeles Lakers in the first round but were swept in four games.

2008: Jerseys tweaked prior to the season

These jerseys, along with the team logo, were tweaked prior to the 2008–09 season, with the royal blue replaced by the shade of navy blue that was part of the team's color scheme from 1993 to 2003.

July 13, 2009: Nuggets Trade for Arron Afflalo and Walter Sharpe

On July 13, 2009, the Nuggets traded a second-round draft pick to the Detroit Pistons for Arron Afflalo and Walter Sharpe.

2009: Anthony and Billups lead the Nuggets

In 2009, Carmelo Anthony averaged 28.2 points per game, and Chauncey Billups averaged a career-high 19.6 points per game for the Denver Nuggets. Anthony scored 30 points in the home opener and 41 the next night.

2009: Nuggets Reach Western Conference Finals

In 2009, the Denver Nuggets achieved numerous milestones, including matching their most wins since joining the NBA. They won the Northwest Division and reached the Western Conference Finals for the first time since 1985.

July 14, 2010: Nuggets Sign Al Harrington

On July 14, 2010, the Denver Nuggets signed Al Harrington to bolster their frontcourt depth. Masai Ujiri also replaced Mark Warkentien as general manager, and Josh Kroenke was named team president during the 2010 off-season.

February 22, 2011: Carmelo Anthony traded to New York Knicks

On February 22, 2011, Carmelo Anthony was traded to the New York Knicks along with Chauncey Billups, Anthony Carter, Shelden Williams, and Renaldo Balkman. The Nuggets received Wilson Chandler, Raymond Felton, Danilo Gallinari, Timofey Mozgov, and Kosta Koufos in return. Despite the trade, the Nuggets won their game against the Memphis Grizzlies 120-107 that night, improving their teamwork and defense for the remainder of the season.

2011: Cavaliers Break Losing Streak Record

In 2011, the Cleveland Cavaliers broke the NBA's all-time worst single-season losing streak, previously tied by the Nuggets in 1997, with 26 consecutive losses.

2011: Mention of last All-Star selection in 2011

On January 31, 2019, Nikola Jokić received his first All-Star selection as a Western Conference reserve for the 2019 NBA All-Star Game, becoming the Nuggets' first All-Star since Carmelo Anthony in 2011.

2011: Uniform used until end of season

The navy blue jersey featured an alternate "Nuggets" script in gold, with navy blue interior trim and powder blue outlining. This uniform was used until the end of the 2011–12 season, while the circular "pick axe" logo would become the team's new primary logo for the 2018–19 season.

March 15, 2012: Nuggets trade Nenê for JaVale McGee

On March 15, 2012, the Denver Nuggets traded Nenê to the Washington Wizards for JaVale McGee to make their team younger. In his first game as a Nugget, McGee made a game-winning putback dunk against the Detroit Pistons.

August 10, 2012: Nuggets Acquire Andre Iguodala in Four-Team Trade

On August 10, 2012, the Denver Nuggets acquired Andre Iguodala as part of a four-team trade, sending Arron Afflalo and Al Harrington to the Orlando Magic. The trade also involved Dwight Howard going to the Los Angeles Lakers.

2012: Nuggets unveil gold alternate jersey

For the 2012–13 season, the Nuggets unveiled a gold alternate jersey, replacing the navy blue jerseys that had been used during the previous seven seasons. This jersey featured a return to the Denver "rainbow skyline" logo, but used the team's "Aachen" typeface and color scheme of powder blue, navy and gold.

2012: Font and "skyline" logo reintroduced on alternate jerseys

In 2012–13, the font and "skyline" logo were later reintroduced on alternate jerseys.

2012: Reference to Nate Robinson playing for the Bulls

In the 2012-2013 NBA Season, Nate Robinson played for the Chicago Bulls.

2012: Reference to 2012-2013 Nuggets making the playoffs for the first time since then

The Denver Nuggets finished the 2018–2019 season with 54 wins, first in their division and second in the Western Conference, and made the playoffs for the first time since 2012–2013.

June 21, 2013: Tim Connelly Named New General Manager

On June 21, 2013, Tim Connelly was announced as the new general manager of the Denver Nuggets. Brian Shaw was hired to replace Karl, and Andre Iguodala was traded to the Golden State Warriors, while Randy Foye, JJ Hickson and Nate Robinson joined the team.

2013: First winning season since 2013

Despite compiling their first winning season since 2013, the Denver Nuggets missed the 2018 playoffs after losing to the Minnesota Timberwolves.

2013: Qualified for NBA playoffs

From 2004 to 2013, the team qualified for the NBA playoffs in ten consecutive seasons.

2013: Nuggets Finish with Franchise-Best Record But Lose in First Round, Karl Fired

In 2013, the Denver Nuggets finished with a franchise-best 57-25 record but lost in the first round of the playoffs. Despite winning NBA Coach of the Year, George Karl was fired after the season.

2013: Reference to 2012-2013 Nuggets making the playoffs for the first time since then

The Denver Nuggets finished the 2018–2019 season with 54 wins, first in their division and second in the Western Conference, and made the playoffs for the first time since 2012–2013.

2014: Nuggets Trade for Arron Afflalo and Draft Nikola Jokić

During the 2014 off-season, the Denver Nuggets brought back Arron Afflalo and drafted Nikola Jokić, who would later become one of the biggest draft steals in NBA history.

2014: Entering the 2015 NBA draft with their lowest draft pick since 2003

Entering the 2015 NBA draft, the Denver Nuggets had their lowest draft pick (seventh overall) since 2003.

2014: 76ers Tie Cavaliers' Losing Streak Record

In 2014, the Philadelphia 76ers tied the Cleveland Cavaliers' record for the worst losing streak with 26 consecutive losses, a record previously held in part by the Nuggets.

2014: Jerseys used until the season

These jerseys were used until the 2014–15 season, while the snow-capped mountain logo would serve as the team's primary logo until the 2017–18 season.

March 3, 2015: Brian Shaw Fired, Melvin Hunt Named Interim Head Coach

On March 3, 2015, the Denver Nuggets fired head coach Brian Shaw and named Melvin Hunt as the interim head coach.

June 15, 2015: Michael Malone Named Head Coach

On June 15, 2015, Michael Malone was named the new head coach of the Denver Nuggets. The Nuggets also drafted Emmanuel Mudiay, leading to speculation about a Ty Lawson trade.

July 14, 2015: Ty Lawson Arrested for DUI

On July 14, 2015, Ty Lawson was arrested in Los Angeles on suspicion of driving under the influence (DUI), marking his second DUI arrest in six months. He was later traded to the Houston Rockets.

2015: Nuggets modify script and numbering fonts

For the 2015–16 season, the Nuggets modified the script and numbering fonts on their home and away jerseys, with a gold "Nuggets" script on the home white jersey and a gold "Denver" script on the powder blue away jersey—both with the "Coliseum" typeface.

January 27, 2016: Mudiay and Jokić to Participate in Rising Stars Challenge

On January 27, 2016, it was announced that Emmanuel Mudiay and Nikola Jokić would participate in the BBVA Compass Rising Stars Challenge during NBA All-Star 2016.

2016: Denver Nuggets add players through NBA draft

In the 2016 NBA draft, the Denver Nuggets added Jamal Murray, Juan Hernangómez, Malik Beasley, and Petr Cornelie to the team.

February 13, 2017: Nurkić Traded to Portland Trail Blazers

On February 13, 2017, Jusuf Nurkić was traded to the Portland Trail Blazers along with a 2017 first-round draft pick in exchange for Mason Plumlee, a 2018 second-round pick, and cash considerations.

June 15, 2017: Karnišovas and Connelly Promoted

On June 15, 2017, the Denver Nuggets officially promoted Artūras Karnišovas to general manager and Tim Connelly to president of basketball operations.

December 2, 2017: Fat Lever's Number Retired

On December 2, 2017, the Denver Nuggets retired Fat Lever's number during their 115–100 win over the Los Angeles Lakers.

2017: "City" Series Uniform Introduced

In the 2017–18 season, Nike released a fourth uniform option known as the "City" series, which is updated annually. The Nuggets' first "City" uniform had a navy base, highlighting the pick-axe and mountain logo in front and incorporating sublimated mountain peak patterns on the shorts.

2017: Nuggets update their uniforms

The Nuggets updated their uniforms for the 2017–18 season. The light uniform (dubbed by Nike as the "Association" jersey), the dark uniform (dubbed by Nike as the "Icon" jersey) and the alternate uniform (dubbed by Nike as the "Statement" jersey) saw the return of navy blue as a primary color for the first time since the 2002–03 season, while powder blue was drastically diminished and relegated to trim color status.

2017: Snow-capped mountain logo serves as team's primary logo

The snow-capped mountain logo would serve as the team's primary logo until the 2017–18 season.

2018: Missed playoff run

Despite compiling their first winning season since 2013, the Denver Nuggets missed the 2018 playoffs, the fifth straight missed playoff run, after losing to the Minnesota Timberwolves.

2018: Logos and Uniforms Modified

In 2018, the Denver Nuggets modified their logos and uniforms, incorporating various color schemes from the team's history. The color scheme included midnight blue, sunshine yellow, flatirons red, and skyline blue. Powder blue was eliminated. The white "Association" jersey featured "Nuggets" in flatirons red, while the midnight blue "Icon" jersey featured "Denver" in sunshine yellow.

2018: Throwback Theme

In 2024, the Denver Nuggets revisited the "Rainbow" theme last seen in the 2018-2020 "City" uniforms as part of the 2024-25 City uniform.

2018: Nuggets drafted Michael Porter Jr. and traded with the Magic to get Jarred Vanderbilt.

In the 2018 NBA draft, the Denver Nuggets drafted Michael Porter Jr. and traded with the Orlando Magic to get Jarred Vanderbilt.

2018: Mention of draft pick

On February 13, 2017, Jusuf Nurkić was traded to the Portland Trail Blazers along with a 2017 first-round draft pick in exchange for Mason Plumlee, a 2018 second-round pick, and cash considerations.

2018: "City" Uniform Recalls Rainbow Uniforms

The Nuggets' 2018–19 "City" uniform was a callback to the team's 1982–93 rainbow uniforms, featuring a sublimated pattern of the rainbow logo and navy lettering.

2018: Circular "pick axe" logo become team's new primary logo

The circular "pick axe" logo would become the team's new primary logo for the 2018–19 season.

January 31, 2019: Nikola Jokić Selected as All-Star

On January 31, 2019, Nikola Jokić received his first All-Star selection, becoming the Nuggets' first All-Star since Carmelo Anthony in 2011.

2019: Nuggets Overcome 3-1 Deficits and Reach Western Conference Finals

Following the suspension of the 2019–20 NBA season, the Nuggets were invited to the NBA Bubble and became the first team in NBA playoff history to overcome multiple 3–1 deficits, defeating Utah and the Los Angeles Clippers before being eliminated by the Los Angeles Lakers in the Western Conference Finals.

2019: "City" Uniform Design Used Again

In 2019–20, the same design as the 2018-19 "City" uniform was used, albeit with a black base and white letters.

2019: Nikola Jokić Receives First All-Star Selection

On January 31, 2019, Nikola Jokić received his first All-Star selection as a Western Conference reserve for the 2019 NBA All-Star Game, becoming the Nuggets' first All-Star since Carmelo Anthony in 2011.

2020: "City" Uniform Design Modified

For the 2020–21 season, the Nuggets kept the same "City" uniform design but eliminated the rainbow pattern and went with a red/yellow/orange gradient within the mountains and a flatirons red base.

2020: Jokić named NBA Most Valuable Player

In 2020, Nikola Jokić was named the NBA Most Valuable Player, becoming the first player in Nuggets franchise history to win the award, as well as the first Serbian player to win the award.

2020: Throwback Theme

In 2024, the Denver Nuggets revisited the "Rainbow" theme last seen in the 2018-2020 "City" uniforms as part of the 2024-25 City uniform.

2020: "Earned" Uniform Option

The Denver Nuggets, having qualified for the 2020 NBA playoffs, were given an exclusive "Earned" uniform option in the 2020–21 season. The white-based design featured a modified pickaxe logo, with the top half in skyline blue and the bottom half in flatirons red.

2021: Mashup "City" Uniform

The Denver Nuggets were one of 27 teams to receive mashup "City" uniforms as part of the NBA's 75th anniversary during the 2021–22 season. Denver's uniform featured various design takes from past uniforms.

2022: City Uniform Design

For the 2022–23 "City" uniform, the Nuggets wore white uniforms with navy letters, gold and red trim, and royal blue/white gradient stripes. The uniform was inspired by Denver's iconic architecture and its civic organizations.

2022: Nuggets secured top seed in Western Conference

In the 2022–23 season, the Nuggets secured the top seed in the Western Conference, elevated by the offseason acquisitions of Kentavious Caldwell-Pope and Bruce Brown.

2022: "Statement" Uniform Tweaked

Prior to the 2022-23 season, the "Statement" uniform was tweaked with greater usage of gold on the letters, and red on the trim and mountain silhouette. Two "gold strikes" were also added between the words "Mile High City".

June 12, 2023: Nuggets win first NBA Championship

On June 12, 2023, the Denver Nuggets beat the Miami Heat 4–1 to win their first NBA championship, with Nikola Jokić receiving the NBA Finals Most Valuable Player Award.

2023: City Uniform Released

For their 2023–24 "City" uniform, the Nuggets revisited the mountain-themed motif from their 1980s "Rainbow" uniforms. The black-based design featured sublimated blue lines representing the Rocky Mountains, and "5280" below in gold to symbolize Denver's high elevation.

2023: Nuggets win first NBA Championship

In 2023, led by Nikola Jokić and Jamal Murray, the Nuggets reached their first NBA Finals and defeated the Miami Heat to capture the franchise's first NBA championship.

2023: Nuggets defending Champions

In the 2023–24 season, the first season in league history with the Nuggets as defending champions, Denver finished with the 2nd seed in the Western Conference.

May 8, 2024: Jokić wins third Most Valuable Player Award

On May 8, 2024, Nikola Jokić won his third Most Valuable Player Award, becoming the ninth player to do so.

2024: New City Uniform Released

As part of the 2024–25 "City" uniform, the Nuggets revisited the "Rainbow" theme last seen in the 2018–2020 "City" uniforms, as well as last season's "5280" uniform. The white-based uniform featured "5280" in white trimmed in black along with rainbow mountain accents along the text and sides.

2024: Nuggets finish with 4th seed

In the 2024-25 season, Denver finished with the 4th seed in the Western Conference.

March 7, 2025: Jokić records 30 points, 20 rebounds, and 20 assists

On March 7, 2025, Nikola Jokić of the Denver Nuggets became the first NBA player to record a game with at least 30 points, 20 rebounds, and 20 assists.

May 22, 2025: Roster Updated

The Denver Nuggets roster was updated on May 22, 2025.

2025: Kroenke's Trust Ensures Teams Stay in Denver Until At Least 2025

As part of the July 2000 deal, Stan Kroenke placed the Avalanche and Nuggets into a trust that ensures the teams will stay in Denver until at least 2025.

2025: Nuggets fire head coach Michael Malone and general manager Calvin Booth

On April 8th, 2025, the Denver Nuggets fired both head coach Michael Malone, and general manager Calvin Booth and hired David Adelman as their new head coach.