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Nuggets offseason outlook: Denver doesn't have many ways too improve
TL;DR
The Denver Nuggets face challenges in improving their roster despite having star players Nikola JokiÄ and Jamal Murray. Their recent playoff exit raises questions about their future strategies.
Key points
- Denver Nuggets had a strong season but faced early playoff exit
- Nikola JokiÄ is a key player for the Nuggets and is not leaving
- Jamal Murray had the best season of his career
Denver NuggetsNikola JokiÄJamal MurrayMinnesota Timberwolves
Despite having one of the world's best players in Nikola JokiÄ and benefiting from the best season of Jamal Murrayās career, the third-seeded Denver Nuggets saw their season end prematurely at the hands of the injury-ravaged Minnesota Timberwolves.
This, at a bare minimum, raises questions.
JokiÄ, needlessĀ to say, is a keeper. He's not going anywhere, nor does he wish to.
Murray, presumably, should also be safe given his season and his chemistry with JokiÄ, which is significant.
But after that ā¦ oh boy.
Christian Braun's $125 million extension looks like a problem, unless he bounces back after a rough season.
Peyton Watson is up for a new deal, but we've yet to see how influential he could be in a playoff context.
Aaron Gordon is a tremendous fit, but his contract is increasing and he's getting older.
Sweeping changes likely aren't needed, but the Nuggets shouldn't close the door on considering them.
Q&A
What challenges do the Denver Nuggets face in the offseason?
The Denver Nuggets have limited options for roster improvement despite having key players like Nikola JokiÄ and Jamal Murray.
How did the Denver Nuggets' season end?
The Denver Nuggets' season ended prematurely after losing to the injury-ravaged Minnesota Timberwolves in the playoffs.
Is Nikola JokiÄ staying with the Denver Nuggets?
Yes, Nikola JokiÄ is expected to remain with the Denver Nuggets as he has expressed no desire to leave the team.