Julian Strawther News, Rumors, Updates - Denver Nuggets

Nuggets clearly regret underachieving draft pick amid title chase Julian Strawther, the Denver Nuggets' first-round pick in 2023, is on the outside of the rotation looking in.

NOVEMBER 12, 2025 • NUGGLOVE.COM

Officially cleared Strawther (back) is available for Wednesday's game against the Heat.

Impact Strawther was deemed probable for Wednesday's contest, and he'll wind up being active. The third-year player was dealing with lower back pain. He's appeared in four games this season and is averaging 3.3 points and 1.0 rebounds across 5.5 minutes.

NOVEMBER 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Probable for Wednesday Strawther (back) is probable for Wednesday's game against Miami.

Impact Strawther is dealing with some low back pain, but he's expected to play through it Wednesday. He's been mostly outside of the rotation for Denver with an average of 5.6 minutes across four appearances.

NOVEMBER 5, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Logs 11 minutes in win Strawther provided six points (2-7 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 1-2 FT), two rebounds and two assists across 11 minutes during Wednesday's 122-88 victory over New Orleans.

Impact Strawther logged a season-high 11 minutes, continuing what has been a quiet start for the score-first guard. Despite averaging a career-high 21.3 minutes during the 2024-25 season, it appears as though Strawther has slipped down the pecking order, likely as a result of the addition of Bruce Brown and Tim Hardaway. At this point, Strawther seems destined to serve as a depth piece, rather than a meaningful part of the rotation.

OCTOBER 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Fourth-year option picked up The Nuggets exercised Strawther's four-year team option Wednesday, Katy Winge of Altitude Sportsreports.

Impact Strawther has carved out a consistent role off the bench in Denver over the past two seasons. The Gonzaga product appeared in 65 regular-season games during the 2024-25 campaign, averaging 9.0 points, 2.2 rebounds, and 1.3 assists per game, shooting 43.2 percent from the field and 34.9 percent from three-point range.

OCTOBER 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Impresses off bench Friday Strawther recorded 14 points (5-8 FG, 4-7 3Pt, 0-2 FT), three rebounds, two assists and a steal across 18 minutes off the bench in Friday's preseason loss to the Thunder.

Impact The Nuggets rested several key players and Strawther wasn't among the starters, but he made his presence felt despite logging only 18 minutes of action. He ended the preseason on a high note on his quest to secure a regular rotation role ahead of the season opener against the Warriors on Oct. 23.

OCTOBER 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Impresses off bench Friday Strawther recorded 14 points (5-8 FG, 4-7 3Pt, 0-2 FT), three rebounds, two assists and a steal across 18 minutes off the bench in Friday's preseason loss to the Thunder.

OCTOBER 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

New Nuggets coach David Adelman wants his team in tip-top condition and open to ideas

Jamal Murray was in the back of the room and he heard the message first-hand from new Denver Nuggets coach David Adelman

MAY 28, 2025 • Associated Press

David Adelman promoted to full-time Nuggets coach after leading team to conference semifinals

The Denver Nuggets have named David Adelman their head coach, taking the interim tag off his title after he led them into the second round of the NBA playoffs

MAY 22, 2025 • Associated Press

Nuggets need deeper bench, but bigger issue is who will lead them from the front office and sideline

The Denver Nuggets once again came up short in Game 7 of the Western Conference semifinals and once more the biggest reason was their short rotation and lack of reinforcements off...

MAY 19, 2025 • Associated Press

Notches six points Strawther registered six points (3-8 FG, 0-2 3Pt), three rebounds and one steal in 18 minutes during Sunday's 125-93 loss to the Thunder in Game 7 of the Western Conference Semifin...

Impact After playing a minimal role as a rookie, Strawther made considerable strides in his second season. Across 65 regular-season appearances, Strawther produced 9.0 points, 2.2 rebounds, 1.3 assists, 0.6 steals and 1.4 three-pointers in 21.3 minutes. It will be interesting to what changes happen in Denver this offseason, but Strawther may have positioned himself for a larger role in 2025-26.

MAY 19, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Nuggets forward Aaron Gordon remains questionable for Game 7 at OKC due to left hamstring strain

The Denver Nuggets went through a walk-through practice session Saturday with Aaron Gordon

MAY 17, 2025 • Associated Press

Julian Strawther's random explosion doom Thunder to Game 7 against Nuggets Julian Strawther's random explosion doom Oklahoma City Thunder to Game 7 against Denver Nuggets.

MAY 16, 2025 • USATODAY.COM

Second-half heroics fuel victory Strawther finished with 15 points (4-8 FG, 3-4 3Pt, 4-4 FT) and two rebounds over 20 minutes during Thursday's 119-107 victory over Oklahoma City in Game 6 of the Western Conferenc...

Impact Strawther had easily his best game of the postseason, scoring all 15 of his points during the second half, fueling what was an impressive victory for the Nuggets. With Jamal Murray dealing with an illness, Strawther took it upon himself to springboard the win, an encouraging sign given how little we have seen of him during the playoffs. Denver will now head to Oklahoma City for Game 7, with both teams feeling as though they have something to prove.

MAY 16, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Thunder-Nuggets: 5 takeaways as Denver forces Game 7 Denver's Jamal Murray shakes off illness, Julian Strawther provides an unexpected lift and Jalen Williams' struggles continue in Game 6.

MAY 16, 2025 • NBA.COM

Strawther provides spark off the bench, even loses a tooth, as Nuggets force Game 7 against Thunder

Now this was finally a role Julian Strawther could sink his teeth into, even if it cost him one

MAY 16, 2025 • Associated Press

Julian Strawther Postgame Locker Room vs. OKC 🎙️ Game 6 | 2025 NBA Playoffs

MAY 16, 2025 • YOUTUBE

Who is Julian Strawther? Nuggets reserve plays big role in Game 6 win vs. Thunder Julian Strawther stepped up in a big way, helping the Denver Nuggets force a Game 7 against the Oklahoma City Thunder.

MAY 16, 2025 • USATODAY.COM

Julian Strawther Postgame On-Court Interview vs. OKC 🎙️ Game 6 | 2025 NBA Playoffs

MAY 16, 2025 • YOUTUBE

Nuggets use huge 3rd quarter to beat Thunder and force Game 7

The Denver Nuggets closed the third quarter on a 10-2 run and held their lead through the fourth to beat the Thunder and force a Game 7 in O...

MAY 16, 2025 • FOX SPORTS

Nuggets use huge 3rd quarter to beat Thunder and force Game 7

A sick Jamal Murray scores 25 points, Nuggets beat Thunder 119-107 to force Game 7

Jamal Murray fought through an illness to score 25 points and power the Denver Nuggets past the Thunder 119-107, sending the series back to Oklahoma City for a decisive Game 7

MAY 16, 2025 • Associated Press

Murray 'very confident' Nuggets can force Game 7, Thunder on verge of 1st West finals since 2016

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the youthful Oklahoma Thunder are on the verge of making the franchise’s first appearance in the Western Conference finals since 2016

MAY 14, 2025 • Associated Press

Julian Strawther Postgame Locker Room vs. OKC 🎙️ Game 5 | 2025 NBA Playoffs

MAY 14, 2025 • YOUTUBE

Sees floor in blowout loss Strawther provided zero points (0-1 FG), one rebound and one block across 11 minutes during Thursday's 117-83 loss to the Clippers in Game 3 of the first round of the Western Confe...

Impact Strawther saw his first game action during the first round in Thursday's blowout loss, though he didn't make much of an impact. The 23-year-old forward could step into the rotation if Michael Porter (shoulder) is sidelined for Game 4, though Strawther isn't guaranteed playing time moving forward.

APRIL 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Not part of rotation in return Strawther (knee) played the final 54 seconds of Friday's 118-104 loss to the Warriors, recording no statistics during his time on the court.

Impact Strawther suited up for the first time since March 2 after missing the Nuggets' last 16 games due to a left knee sprain. The second-year wing had averaged 18.2 minutes per game over his six appearances since the All-Star break, but he wasn't featured in head coach Michael Malone's rotation Friday, as he didn't check into the game until the outcome was already decided. Jalen Pickett paced the bench in playing time with 24 minutes and looks like he'll serve as the Nuggets' top wing on the second unit ahead of Strawther for the time being.

APRIL 5, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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