The Nuggets made a savvy, under-the-radar move a few years ago, signing undrafted rookie Collin Gillespie to a two-way deal after the 2022 draft. Despite his smaller frame and lack of measurable athleticism, Gillespie was an outstanding player at Villanova, helping the Wildcats win a National Championship and earning back-to-back Big East Player of the Year awards.
He quickly made his mark in summer league, but most of his 2022-23 season was lost to an injury. Still, he got a championship ring with the Nuggets and hit the ground running for the 2023-24 season.
He didn’t break out as a star or anything, but Gillespie had some nice moments in Denver whenever he was called up to the big club.