Denver Nuggets Playoff Chances 2026-27
The Denver Nuggets are 7-4, 7th in the West, in play-in position. They make the playoffs in 53% of our simulations and win the NBA title in 1%.
Updated · Through games of November 14, 2026 · 13 of 80 games played per team on average
53%Make playoffs
28%Top 6 (no play-in)
7%Reach conf. finals
1%Win NBA title
44-36Projected record
12thPower rating rank
69Games left (36 home)
W2Streak
Next 10 games
| Date | Opponent | Win prob. |
|---|---|---|
| Mon, Nov 16 | vs Phoenix Suns (5-6) | 66% |
| Wed, Nov 18 | vs Boston Celtics (10-2) | 48% |
| Fri, Nov 20 | vs Houston Rockets (10-3) | 46% |
| Sun, Nov 22 | @ Chicago Bulls (3-9) | 59% |
| Tue, Nov 24 | vs Dallas Mavericks (7-6) | 60% |
| Fri, Nov 27 | @ Utah Jazz (1-10) | 63% |
| Sun, Nov 29 | @ Toronto Raptors (5-7) | 47% |
| Mon, Nov 30 | @ Detroit Pistons (8-4) | 38% |
| Wed, Dec 2 | @ Philadelphia 76ers (10-3) | 44% |
| Sat, Dec 12 | @ Utah Jazz (1-10) | 63% |
Northwest standings
| Team | W-L | Playoffs | Win div |
|---|---|---|---|
| Portland Trail Blazers | 9-3 | 87% | 32% |
| Minnesota Timberwolves | 9-3 | 93% | 47% |
| Denver Nuggets | 7-4 | 53% | 7% |
| Oklahoma City Thunder | 8-5 | 70% | 13% |
| Utah Jazz | 1-10 | 1% | 0% |
Playoff path
| Milestone | Chance |
|---|---|
| Make the playoffs | 53% |
| Finish top six | 28% |
| Play-in (7th–10th) | 54% |
| Win a first-round series | 18% |
| Reach the conference finals | 7% |
| Reach the NBA Finals | 2% |
| Win the NBA title | 1% |
Frequently asked questions
Will the Denver Nuggets make the playoffs?
Our model gives the Nuggets a 53% chance to make the 2027 NBA playoffs, including a 28% chance to finish in the top six and avoid the play-in. They are 7-4 and 7th in the West, in play-in position.
What are the Denver Nuggets' chances to win the NBA title?
1%, with a 2% chance to reach the NBA Finals.
What is the Denver Nuggets' projected record?
About 44-36, based on 10,000 simulations of the remaining schedule.