Denver, CO
Nikola Jokic passes Oscar Robertson with 182nd triple-double, Nuggets pull away to beat Bulls
CHICAGO — The Bulls have barely had time to go around in a circle and introduce themselves since they first assembled as a team. Yet they somehow gave the Nuggets a scare on Saturday.
Denver pulled away late for a 136-120 win at United Center to snap its first three-game losing streak of the season, but the performance wasn’t convincing against a roster that looks entirely different after last Thursday. The Bulls had the busiest trade deadline in the NBA, making seven moves and saying goodbye to several of their best players. Six players in their nine-man rotation Saturday were not on the team a week earlier.
The Nuggets (34-19) went into the fourth quarter trailing by seven. They finally put their foot down with a 20-2 run to begin that final frame, led by a relentless Nikola Jokic. Listed as questionable before the game with a mildly sprained ankle, he went for 22 points, 14 rebounds, 17 assists and four blocks, passing Oscar Robertson for second in NBA history with his 182nd career triple-double.
“It hits me, knowing my father played against Oscar Robertson,” coach David Adelman said.
Jokic says he has a space at home designated for “all those little moments, little memories,” where he’ll keep the game ball.
“I think it’s great for after the career,” he said. “I’m gonna look up and I’m gonna lie really good (about how good I was).”
Denver won Jokic’s minutes by 36 and lost the minutes without him by 20. Jamal Murray added 28 points and 11 assists. Tim Hardaway Jr. scored 23 off the bench.
But the Nuggets got killed in the possession battle for most of the night, allowing their hosts to linger. They committed 13 turnovers, with seven of their 10 players responsible for at least one. Chicago also snatched 12 offensive rebounds. Those stats combined to result in a discrepancy of 13 field goal attempts through three quarters.
“DA got on us in the locker room,” Bruce Brown said.
“I have no idea what I was saying, but it wasn’t very instructive. It was very frustrated,” Adelman said. “Just, how many times can you play good defense and then allow them to have a second and third chance? Which is a skill, man. Coming up with the ball. … Getting the ball wins you games. So we did that better in the second half.”
Mostly just in the fourth quarter. Loose balls seemed to be scooped up by only one team for the first two hours of the night. Denver also got disorganized off Chicago’s offensive rebounds or over-helped out of the corners, allowing the Bulls to rain 3s — even new center Nick Richards, who had previously made only one 3-pointer in his career. The Bulls fired up 18 in the third frame alone, finishing the night with 51 as they threatened Denver with an upset that would’ve been mutually self-destructive.
With Chicago’s series of trades, the front office led by former Nuggets executive Arturas Karnisovas signaled its intent to tank the rest of this season and begin rebuilding. Among coach David Adelman’s realizations while trying to game-plan Saturday was that “Sexton is on the Bulls now?” Collin Sexton had been traded from Charlotte.
“We lost the Knicks game, and the first thing I thought about, just because the next game was Chicago was, ‘I have no idea who’s on their team’ at that point,” Adelman said. “… That day after, I did take a couple hours to go, OK, where is everybody? There were so many traded, not just in Chicago. But obviously here, tons of them. So today’s preparation was interesting, because you’re just guessing who’s gonna start. We just kind of went off who was there the prior game, with the full knowledge that these other guys are very high-level NBA players, and they could start as well.”
Cam Johnson returned from a bone bruise in his left knee for Denver and scored 14 points in a solid 6-for-9 shooting performance.
But the most resonant trend of the season continued to be true at United Center. For every Nuggets player that returns from an injury, another walks off. Murray appeared to be in general discomfort before he went to the locker room with four minutes remaining. The good news for Denver, this time, was that Murray returned to the bench by the final buzzer.
Adelman said it was a hip issue. In the locker room, Murray said he wasn’t concerned about it anymore.
Von Miller has made it abundantly clear that he would like to return to the Denver Broncos and finish his career where it started. Miller has made that fact known at every possible opportunity, including a Von’s Vision charity event on Wednesday.
“I would love to bring back those Super Bowl 50 vibes, love to assist, to be the vice president to Bo Nix, to Courtland Sutton,” Miller said. “I’ve been the guy and also I’ve been the vice president as well. I would love to contribute to us getting back to the glory land, to holding up that trophy.”
Miller went on to note that he has lobbied coach Sean Payton to sign him (Payton coached Miller at a flag football tournament earlier this year).
Unfortunately for Miller, it sounds like there are no plans for a potential reunion with his old club. The Denver Post‘s Luca Evans reported that “as of last week,” there have been no talks between the Broncos and Miller’s representatives about a potential contract.
With a crowded outside linebacker room, Denver seems unlikely to re-sign Miller, but the 37-year-old pass rusher said he will “for sure” play in 2026. After totaling nine sacks with the Washington Commanders last fall, Miller will probably be able to find a home as a rotational pass rusher, but it might not be with the Broncos.
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Denver, CO
Denver Summit FC delays opening of Centennial Stadium, will play next 2 home games at Dick’s Sporting Goods Park
Denver Summit FC will play their next two home games at Dick’s Sporting Goods Park.
Colorado’s first professional women’s soccer team was hoping to be at their new training facility in Centennial by July, but team says recent rain delayed construction, so they need to push back by two weeks.
That means their July 3 and July 12 matches will be at Dick’s Sporting Goods Park in Commerce City.
Summit FC is hopeful to be at their stadium in Centennial for their July 18 game against the Portland Thorns.
Centennial Stadium will ultimately become Summit’s training facility. They’ll play their games there until 2028, when they hope to move into their official home stadium at the Santa Fe Yards at Broadway and I-25. The Santa Fe Yards stadium will have room for more than 14,000 fans.
Denver, CO
Denver Fashion Week Responds To Community Demand With Second Model Audition Date – 303 Magazine
Following overwhelming demand from aspiring models across Colorado, Denver Fashion Week (DFW) has announced a second round of model auditions for its upcoming Fall/Winter 2026 runway season.
According to DFW, the organization received a large number of emails and social media messages from models hoping for another opportunity to audition after the initial model auditions on May 17.
In response, DFW will host an additional audition date on August 9, giving fresh talent another chance to join one of Denver’s biggest fashion platforms.
Known for its commitment to inclusivity and community-driven casting, Denver Fashion Week is searching for both traditional and non-traditional models with strong runway presence, personality, and confidence.
Audition opportunities include:
- Male and female models ages 6–65+
- Kids and teen models ages 6–14
- Stylish moms and fashionable children for the “Mommy & Me” runway segment
DFW continues to emphasize its all-inclusive approach to casting and does not select talent based on race, religion, body type, height, age, or sexual orientation. Both agency-represented and independent models are encouraged to audition.
Model Workshop Recommended
For first-time runway talent or anyone looking to sharpen their walk and stage presence, DFW highly recommends attending its Model Workshop ahead of auditions. The workshop is designed to help prepare models for the runway experience and provide insight into what casting directors are looking for during Fashion Week. REGISTER HERE
Audition Schedule
11:00 AM — Mommy & Me
Moms + children ages 6–12
11:45 AM — Ages 14+
Models 5’4” and under
12:20 PM — Kids & Teens
Ages 6–14
1:00 PM — Ages 14+
Models 5’5”–5’7”
1:45 PM — Ages 14+
Models 5’8”–5’10”
2:30 PM — Ages 14+
Models 5’11” and taller
What To Wear
Models are encouraged to wear fitted clothing that allows the casting team to clearly view silhouette and movement.
Recommended attire includes:
- Black fitted tank top or t-shirt
- Skinny or fitted jeans
- Heels 3”+ for those auditioning in heels
- Natural hair
- Minimal makeup and jewelry
DFW also recommends avoiding loud accessories that may distract from the runway presentation.
Important Notes
Models who previously walked in Denver Fashion Week’s Spring 2026 season are not required to audition again.
No comp card is required, as DFW will take measurements, photos and video during auditions.
As Denver Fashion Week continues to expand its platform, the organization remains one of the few major regional fashion weeks actively prioritizing accessibility, diversity and opportunities for emerging talent.
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