Nuggets Sign Former First Round Pick to Two-Way Contract

David Roddy, the 22nd overall pick in 2022, joins Denver on a two-way deal.

Published on Mar. 4, 2026

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The Denver Nuggets have signed former first-round pick David Roddy to a two-way contract. Roddy, a 6-foot-5 forward, was selected 22nd overall by the Memphis Grizzlies in 2022 and has played for several NBA teams over the past four seasons. He will split time between the Nuggets and their G League affiliate, the Grand Rapids Gold, for the remainder of the 2025-26 campaign.

Why it matters

The Nuggets are adding depth to their roster as they push for a playoff spot, bringing in a young, experienced player who was once a first-round draft pick. Roddy will provide the team with additional frontcourt options off the bench, though his playing time in the NBA may be limited with the Nuggets' healthy roster.

The details

Roddy, 25, has averaged 6.2 points and 2.9 rebounds over 168 career NBA games with the Grizzlies, Suns, Hawks, 76ers, and Rockets. His best season came as a rookie in 2022-23 when he played 70 games for Memphis, averaging 6.7 points and 2.8 rebounds. The Nuggets had to waive two-way player Tamar Bates to make room for Roddy on their roster.

  • Roddy was drafted 22nd overall by the Memphis Grizzlies in 2022.
  • He has played in the NBA over the past four seasons, from 2022-23 through 2025-26.

The players

David Roddy

A 6-foot-5, 255-pound forward who was a first-round pick of the Memphis Grizzlies in 2022 and has played for several NBA teams over the past four seasons.

Tamar Bates

A 23-year-old undrafted guard who was previously on a two-way contract with the Nuggets but was waived to make room for Roddy.

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What they’re saying

“The Denver Nuggets plan to sign David Roddy to a two-way deal, league sources told @hoopshype.”

— Michael Scotto, Reporter (HoopsHype)

What’s next

Roddy will look to make the most of his opportunity with the Nuggets, splitting time between the NBA and G League for the remainder of the season. If he can find success in the NBA, he could earn a standard contract with the team or another franchise in the future.

The takeaway

The Nuggets are taking a flier on a former first-round pick in Roddy, hoping he can provide depth and contribute to their playoff push. While his NBA playing time may be limited, the two-way deal gives Roddy a chance to prove he belongs in the league after bouncing around in his first four seasons.