🚨 ESPN reports that Nikola Jokic has delayed contract extension talks with the Denver Nuggets until next summer (2026) — potentially aiming for a bigger max deal and keeping trade options, including a move to the Lakers, in play br br Jokic is eligible for a 3-year, $200M+ extension this offseason, but has opted to wait to gain another $77–80M and possibly a fourth year br br . While both parties remain on good terms, delaying the deal has stirred trade buzz—especially around L.A. Lakers interest amid their rebuild . br br Get full context on why Jokic’s timing strategy impacts Denver’s cap, potential Lakers scenarios, and free agency implications in the Western Conference.