Summary
The Denver Nuggets had a strong season but faced challenges due to injuries to key players. There were significant changes in the team's management and roster, including discussions about a potential trade for Michael Porter Jr. with the Chicago Bulls. The trade discussions involved exchanging Porter for Zach LaVine, but the deal did not happen.
Key Facts
- The Denver Nuggets are performing well, holding the fourth seed in the Western Conference with a 23-11 record.
- Several key players, including Nikola Jokic and Aaron Gordon, are currently sidelined with injuries.
- David Adelman became the permanent head coach after leading the team through the playoffs as an interim.
- The Nuggets made several strategic roster changes, including trading Michael Porter Jr. to the Brooklyn Nets.
- There were serious trade discussions about swapping Michael Porter Jr. for Chicago Bulls' Zach LaVine, but it did not materialize.
- Michael Porter Jr. is currently playing for the Brooklyn Nets and is performing well, averaging 25.8 points and over 7 rebounds per game.
