It may not be what fans want right now, but playing the long game has its benefits
There has been some pressure for the Nuggets to sign a player and fill their final roster spot, and also to spend some more money to prove that the Michael Porter Jr. deal was more than a salary dump. But in reality, Denver is in an extremely beneficial position with their current roster and salary cap situation.
By staying below the first apron, the Nuggets will be able to use all of their trade exceptions, including the midlevel exception and they will be one of the few contending teams that can actually sign any player from the buyout market later this season.