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Denver Nuggets: NBA Draft

NBA Draft prospects and estimating shooting

Does history tell us which NBA Draft prospects will have success shooting the ball in the NBA?

Stiffs Draft Series: Henry Ellenson

After a strong freshman campaign at Marquette, Henry Ellenson is one of the top rated power forwards heading into the draft. Would he be a good fit with the Nuggets?

Stiffs NBA Draft series: Brandon Ingram

Brandon Ingram is the the second best player in a two player draft and a great fit for the Nuggets, too bad he’ll be long gone before they pick.

Stiffs NBA Draft Series: Deyonta Davis

The Michigan State shot-blocker is another raw big man in this draft, but his two-way potential may be unmatched

Stiffs 2016 Mock Draft 4.0

With one week until the NBA Draft, some of the Stiffs writers came together to try to predict what will happen on draft night.

Stiffs Night Out: 2016 NBA Draft Thursday 6/23

Last year we witnessed the Nuggets drafting of Emmanuel Mudiay. Who will we witness the Nuggets drafting this year?

Stiffs NBA Draft Series: Domantas Sabonis

Domantas Sabonis is the son of a legend who is trying to write his own story as a big man in the NBA - should he do it in Denver?

Stiffs Draft Series: Malachi Richardson

Fresh off a workout with the Nuggets at Pepsi Center, the Stiffs next look at Syracuse freshman Malachi Richardson in the 2016 NBA Draft Series

Stiffs Draft Series: Tyler Ulis

The series continues with the 5'9 point guard from Kentucky. After a strong season for the Wildcats, can he make the transition to the NBA?

Nuggets to host next round of draft workouts

The Denver Nuggets will hold another draft workout on Thursday, with Josh Adams, Kay Felder, Brice Johnson, Chris Obekpa, Malachi Richardson, and Geurschon Yabusele in attendance.

Stiffs NBA Draft Series: DeAndre' Bembry

St. Joseph's do-it-all wing is slotted anywhere from the teens to the second round - is he worth it to Denver in the middle of the first?

Stiffs Draft Series: Buddy Hield

Buddy Hield's name is linked to the Nuggets on most mock drafts, but is he the best option available for Denver with the seventh pick?

Stiffs 2016 Mock Draft 3.0

The lottery came and went with no changes to the draft order, and prospects have begun to workout for interested teams. With less than 20 days until the draft, there isn't much time left for teams to make their decisions.

Stiffs Draft Series: Dragan Bender

In the latest Stiffs Draft Series we look at Croatian big man Dragan Bender, looking at his strengths and weaknesses whilst discussing which NBA players he compares too.

Stiffs NBA draft series: Cheick Diallo

Diallo, the Kansas big man from Mali, is one of the more intriguing upside players in this draft - and a Rorschach test for how you like your incredibly raw players packaged.

Stiffs NBA draft series: Marquese Chriss

Marquese Chriss didn't find the spotlight until March, but he's a potential lottery selection in the 2016 NBA Draft. Should the Nuggets select the young power forward?

Stiffs Draft Series: Thon Maker

A look at the unique length and athleticism of Thon Maker and the raw potential and dangerously low floor that he has entering the draft.

Stiffs NBA Draft Series: Denzel Valentine

As the NBA Draft season begins, our first prospect breakdown is none other than the Michigan State senior, Denzel Valentine. Does he have the athleticism to succeed in the NBA?

Mock draft roundup for the Nuggets selections

A quick first look at the preliminary slotting of picks by various mock-draft sites to give an idea of what kinds of talents Denver might be looking at with its draft picks

Stiffs Prospect Watch: Domantas Sabonis

The Gonzaga Bulldogs center has the pedigree to be a NBA player, but will his physical style of play translate to success at the next level?

Stiffs Mock Draft: 10 days until the lottery

The order for the NBA draft will be finalized on May 17, and the Nuggets have a 21.8 percent chance at a top 3 selection. Here's Mock Draft 2.0, the final mock before the Nuggets know where they'll select.

Stiffs Prospect Watch: Timothe Luwawu

This international 3&D prospect has been playing for Mega Leks, showing off his athleticism, playmaking, and shotmaking that make him an attractive target in the 2016 NBA Draft.

Stiffs Mock Draft: End of regular season mock 1.0

The regular season came to an end for the Nuggets as the final horn sounded against the Trail Blazers, wrapping up the 2015-16 campaign. With the offseason officially underway, it's time for Nuggets fans attention to turn to the NBA draft.

Stiffs Prospect Watch: Marquese Chriss

The young and raw stretch four declared for the NBA draft after one year with the University of Washington - is there enough potential there to make him a lottery pick?

Stiffs Prospect Watch: Ben Simmons

The athletic prospect from Australia encountered adversity during his time at Louisiana State University. Is there enough evidence to support not having Simmons be the first player selected in the 2016 NBA draft?

How Nuggets lottery prospects are faring in NCAAs

Projected to draft somewhere between two and 10 in this summer's NBA Draft, the Denver Nuggets' brass are undoubtedly keeping a close eye on the 2016 NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament.

Stiffs Prospect Watch: Jamal Murray

Jamal Murray and the Kentucky Wildcats season is over, but the future is bright for the playmaking guard from Canada. Is there a fit for the shot-making combo guard with the Denver Nuggets?

Stiffs Prospect Watch: Ivan Rabb

The 19-year-old power forward hasn't finished growing yet, and neither has his game. The Cal Bears freshman is averaging nearly a double-double and has flashed potential that could make him a lottery pick.

Stiffs Prospect Watch: Buddy Hield

The Oklahoma Sooners senior guard is a Wooden Award candidate due to his strong play this season, but is the best collegiate player in the country a good match for the Denver Nuggets?

Stiffs Prospect Watch: Nigel Hayes

The Wisconsin Badgers combo forward is notorious for wedding crashing and his offensive variety - could this undersized junior be a good match for the Denver Nuggets in the upcoming draft?

Stiffs Prospect Watch: Demetrius Jackson

The Notre Dame Fighting Irish junior point guard projects as a mid-first round pick - should the Nuggets add a point guard one year after drafting Emmanuel Mudiay?

Stiffs Prospect Watch: Grayson Allen

Grayson Allen is one of the best dunkers in college basketball, but his shooting stroke and intangibles make him an attractive prospect for the Nuggets in the upcoming draft. Take a dive and see how the sophomore guard could fit in Denver.