The Denver Nuggets are currently sitting in sixth place in the Western Conference with a 13-10 record.
Struggles of a Once-Promising Team:
Just two years ago, the Nuggets seemed destined for greatness, but poor choices by their management have derailed those dreams. They lost key players Bruce Brown Jr. and Kentavious Caldwell-Pope over the last two offseasons, which has left them struggling with salary cap issues and performing worse than during their championship days.
Potential Trade Moves:
Jake Fischer mentioned in “The Stein Line Newsletter” that Denver knows changes are necessary. Michael Porter Jr., with his hefty five-year, $180 million contract, might be on the trading block. His performance is solidโaveraging 18.9 points and 7 rebounds per gameโbut his nearly $36 million salary this season makes him a tough sell.
The Challenge of Trading Porter Jr.:
Porter Jr.’s talent is undeniable, yet he’s not seen as a cornerstone player for other teams to build around. His expensive contract highlights the Nuggets’ recent financial missteps. The front office must now find innovative ways to trade him while improving their roster.
Fans believe that if the team can make some smart moves, they could still compete for another championship title.
However, shedding such a large contract is no simple task. Coach Malone may have to endure a challenging season before any significant improvements happen next summer.
At least the Nuggets’ management recognizes its past errors and aims to correct them, though it might be too late to turn things around this season.
