“I did a lot of soul-searching [this offseason] and …

The Denver Nuggets suffered a disappointing playoff exit in the 2026 season, being swept out in six games by the Minnesota Timberwolves. A significant factor in their struggles was the limited availability of forward Aaron Gordon, who played only three games due to calf tightness and could only manage 30 minutes in one of those games.

The team's season was marked by numerous injuries, with Gordon himself playing in just 33 regular-season games. However, at a recent one-day camp, Gordon expressed optimism for the upcoming season, stating that he has been focusing on his mental and physical well-being through extensive soul-searching and training.

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