3 Moves the Denver Nuggets Could Make to Win the West. Nikola Jokic call on the management to look……

The  stood atop the NBA world just two seasons ago when the franchise won its first championship in 2023. The philosophy since has been a “run-it-back” mindset, which has resulted in a bit of stagnation in the Mile High City.

The Nuggets undoubtedly possess one of the league’s most talented starting lineups, led by Jamal Murray , Aaron Gordon , Michael Porter Jr. and three-time MVP Nikola Jokic .

However, the team’s loss of coveted wing Kentavious Caldwell-Pope has Denver’s rotation looking thinner than ever. If they hope to remain in contention, it’s almost imperative the Nuggets make a needle-moving trade before the season begins.

Their financial situation is tight and tough to maneuver, but Denver still has ways to get better right now. The team lacks tradeable first-round picks after moving them for Gordon, but the Nuggets possess several intriguing young players who might fit better with a rebuilding franchise.

Doug McDermott entered the NBA as one of college basketball’s most esteemed scorers. The Creighton product hasn’t seen that level of stardom as a professional, but his strength remains the same — he gets buckets.

McDermott has played for mostly middling teams throughout his career, barring his most recent season with the  . He’s only played in the playoffs four times, but he would have no problem reaching the postseason with Denver.