Nuggets Prioritize Signing Spencer Jones Before All-Star Break Ends

Denver looks to lock up two-way forward before returning to regular season action.

Published on Feb. 14, 2026

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The Denver Nuggets have one key priority to address during the All-Star break - signing two-way forward Spencer Jones to a traditional NBA contract. Jones has been a valuable defensive contributor for the Nuggets this season, but his current two-way deal has a 50-game limit. The Nuggets want to convert Jones to a standard contract to keep him available for the remainder of the season as they make a playoff push.

Why it matters

Signing Jones is crucial for the Nuggets, as he provides valuable defensive versatility and length that complements their other key wing players. With injuries impacting the Nuggets' rotation, locking up Jones long-term will give them more stability and depth on the defensive end down the stretch.

The details

According to Nuggets head coach David Adelman, the team's front office is currently in contract negotiations with Jones' representation to finalize a new deal. While the process has been ongoing, both sides are working to reach an agreement that works for the team and the player. The Nuggets are hoping to have Jones signed before their first game back after the All-Star break, but if not, they'll look to get it done during the extended time off.

  • The Nuggets entered the All-Star break on February 14, 2026.
  • Denver's first game after the break is scheduled for February 23, 2026.

The players

Spencer Jones

A two-way forward who has been a valuable defensive contributor for the Nuggets this season, averaging 6.0 points, 3.1 rebounds, and nearly a steal per game while shooting 50.5% from the field and 41.4% from three.

David Adelman

The head coach of the Denver Nuggets, who provided an update on the team's contract negotiations with Spencer Jones.

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What they’re saying

“That's still in the process. His representation is talking to our front office. Both sides are trying to do what's right. One, for the team, and Spence has to look out for himself. That'll be a process. I'm trying to stay up to date with it, but obviously, Spence is a really big part of our team.”

— David Adelman, Head Coach (Altitude 92.5 FM)

“Hoping it gets done by game time tomorrow [against Memphis]. If not, we'll go through the All-Star break, and we'll do our best to do something that's fair for both sides.”

— David Adelman, Head Coach (Altitude 92.5 FM)

What’s next

The Nuggets will look to finalize a new contract with Spencer Jones before their first game back from the All-Star break on February 23, 2026. If a deal is not reached by then, the team will use the extended time off to continue negotiations and reach an agreement that works for both sides.

The takeaway

Signing Spencer Jones to a standard NBA contract is a top priority for the Nuggets during the All-Star break. His defensive versatility and contributions have been crucial for the team, and locking him up long-term will provide stability and depth as they make a push for the playoffs in the second half of the season.