The Denver Nuggets signed Dario Saric in the summer of 2024 hoping he would bring some veteran presence and serve as a quality backup big man. Yet, he has played only 16 games so far. The coaching staff doesn’t have much trust in the former runner-up for Rookie of the Year. While there are rumors that Saric might leave the NBA for Europe, he mentioned that he plans to exercise … [Read more...] about Former Lottery Pick Could Hurt Denver’s Financial Flexibility
Westbrook is the X Factor for Nuggets Title Hopes
Aside from Nikola Jokić, few could have anticipated the crucial role Russell Westbrook would play for Denver this season. The Nuggets have maximized his strengths, and Westbrook has embraced his role as a key contributor on both ends. His willingness to adapt, in addition to the amazing synergy with the Serbian, has helped mitigate some of his weaknesses. Westbrook has … [Read more...] about Westbrook is the X Factor for Nuggets Title Hopes
The Joker Shrugs Off Historic Night With Talk of Beer and Horses
For the past few years, Nikola Jokic has been the best player in the league. He has won three of the last four MVP awards. This year, he has a chance to be the third player after LeBron James and Bill Russell to win four MVP awards in five years. And yet, even after a historic night, Jokic talks about things like beer and horses. That shows just how unusual a superstar he … [Read more...] about The Joker Shrugs Off Historic Night With Talk of Beer and Horses
The Nuggets Face A Difficult Offseason If They Fall Short Again
Every team enters the postseason with championship aspirations, but only one winner will emerge; the consequences for those who fall short can be severe. Even overachieving teams, like last season’s Dallas Mavericks, sometimes make drastic moves—such as trading their franchise cornerstone, Luka Dončić, after an allegedly underwhelming Finals performance. This year is no … [Read more...] about The Nuggets Face A Difficult Offseason If They Fall Short Again
Hoyas Freshman Declares For 2025 NBA Draft; Scouting Report
Georgetown freshman center Thomas Sorber “has hired an agent and will declare for the 2025 NBA draft while maintaining his college eligibility,” per ESPN draft expert Jonathan Givony. Hoyas Freshman Thomas Sorber Declares For 2025 NBA Draft “The dream is for me to get to the NBA,” Sorber tells Givony. “Not just me, but my family.” Delivering his own scouting report, he says: “I … [Read more...] about Hoyas Freshman Declares For 2025 NBA Draft; Scouting Report