Denver Nuggets

The Denver Nuggets are a professional basketball team based in Denver, Colorado. They compete in the National Basketball Association (NBA) as a member of the league’s Western Conference Northwest Division. Founded in 1967 as a charter franchise of the American Basketball Association (ABA), the team transitioned to the NBA in 1976. The Nuggets are known for their distinctive blue, gold, and white team colors and play their home games at the Ball Arena. The franchise has a diverse history, including multiple playoff appearances and a reputation for developing talented players. The team’s mascot is a mountain lion named Rocky. The Denver Nuggets are recognized for their passionate fan base and contributions to the growth of basketball in Colorado.