Denver Nuggets 2025-26 Season: A Comprehensive Overview
The Denver Nuggets concluded the 2025-26 NBA regular season with a record of 36-22, finishing second in the Northwest Division. This report provides a detailed look at their performance, key statistics, and current standings as of February 23, 2026.
Team Statistics
As of the conclude of the regular season, the Nuggets demonstrated a field goal percentage of 49.5%. They averaged 120.8 points per game while holding opponents to 117 points per game, resulting in a positive point differential.
Key Stats:
- Record: 36-22
- Field Goal Percentage: 49.5%
- Points Per Game: 120.8
- Opponent Points Per Game: 117
- Rebounds Per Game: 43.0
- Assists Per Game: 28.2
- Turnovers Per Game: 7.1
Key Players
Nikola Jokić led the team in points, rebounds, and assists, averaging 28.8 points, 12.5 rebounds, and 10.5 assists per game.
Team Leaders:
- Points Per Game: Nikola Jokić (28.8)
- Rebounds Per Game: Nikola Jokić (12.5)
- Assists Per Game: Nikola Jokić (10.5)
Conference Standings
The Nuggets currently hold the third position in the Western Conference with a 36-22 record. Here’s a look at the top teams:
- Thunder: 44-14
- Spurs: 40-16
- Nuggets: 36-22
- Rockets: 34-21
- Lakers: 34-22
Upcoming Schedule
The Nuggets have a challenging schedule ahead, including games against the Boston Celtics, Oklahoma City Thunder, Minnesota Timberwolves, Utah Jazz, and Los Angeles Lakers.
Upcoming Games:
- Feb 25: vs. Boston Celtics (10:00 PM ET)
- Feb 27: @ Oklahoma City Thunder (9:30 PM ET)
- Mar 1: vs. Minnesota Timberwolves (3:30 PM ET)
- Mar 2: @ Utah Jazz (9:00 PM ET)
- Mar 5: vs. Los Angeles Lakers (10:00 PM ET)
Recent Game
In their most recent game on February 22, 2026, the Nuggets faced the Golden State Warriors, resulting in a 117-128 loss.
League Leaders
Across the NBA, several players are leading in key statistical categories:
- Points Per Game: Luka Dončić (32.8)
- Rebounds Per Game: Nikola Jokić (12.5)
- Assists Per Game: Nikola Jokić (10.5)
- Steals Per Game: Jalen Wallace (2.1)
- Blocks Per Game: Victor Wembanyama (2.7)
The Denver Nuggets continue to be a competitive force in the Western Conference, and fans eagerly anticipate their performance in the upcoming playoffs.