Denver Nuggets Host Annual Special Olympics Basketball Clinic

100 Special Olympics athletes from Colorado participate in event at Ball Arena

Feb. 10, 2026 at 8:23pm

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The Denver Nuggets hosted their annual Special Olympics Basketball Clinic at Ball Arena in Denver on Tuesday, February 10, 2026, welcoming 100 Special Olympics athletes from around Colorado to participate in the event.

Why it matters

The Nuggets' annual Special Olympics clinic is an important community event that provides an opportunity for Special Olympics athletes to engage in sports and physical activity, while also raising awareness and promoting inclusion for individuals with intellectual disabilities.

The details

The Special Olympics Basketball Clinic featured basketball drills, skills competitions, and scrimmages led by Nuggets players and coaches. The athletes had the chance to interact with the Nuggets players, receive coaching, and showcase their basketball talents on the NBA team's home court.

  • The clinic took place on Tuesday, February 10, 2026.

The players

Denver Nuggets

A professional basketball team that plays in the National Basketball Association (NBA) and is based in Denver, Colorado.

Special Olympics Colorado

A non-profit organization that provides year-round sports training and athletic competition in a variety of Olympic-type sports for children and adults with intellectual disabilities.

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The takeaway

The Denver Nuggets' annual Special Olympics Basketball Clinic demonstrates the team's commitment to supporting and empowering individuals with intellectual disabilities through the power of sports and community engagement.