The Denver Nuggets lost to the OKC Thunder in the 2025 playoffs largely due to depth issues, and their front office responded with an excellent offseason.
Denver’s big splash was acquiring Cameron Johnson in exchange for Michael Porter Jr. and an unprotected 2032 first-round pick. They followed this move up by sending Dario Saric to Sacramento in exchange for Jonas Valanciunas.
Bruce Brown and Tim Hardaway Jr. also signed veteran minimum contracts once free agency opened.
Essentially, the Nuggets significantly improved their perimeter shooting and defense while addressing a backup center problem that has plagued them for years.