The Denver Nuggets are facing challenges after their 2023 NBA championship, losing key players like Bruce Brown, Jeff Green, and Kentavious Caldwell-Pope to free agency. Despite a 2-2 start, their internal development strategy for young players has not yielded significant results, with the team ranking poorly in offense and defense.

Discussions about acquiring Paul George were reportedly dismissed, raising questions about the Nuggets' priorities. While they aim for long-term success, the risk of relying too heavily on unproven talent could hinder their championship window, especially with an MVP like Nikola Jokic in his prime.