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Do the Denver Nuggets Really Need A Trade?

By Mathew Huff

Dec 19, 2016; Denver, CO, USA; Dallas Mavericks guard J.J. Barea (5) looks to pass the ball during the first half against the Dallas Mavericks at Pepsi Center. Mandatory Credit: Chris Humphreys-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 19, 2016; Denver, CO, USA; Dallas Mavericks guard J.J. Barea (5) looks to pass the ball during the first half against the Dallas Mavericks at Pepsi Center. Mandatory Credit: Chris Humphreys-USA TODAY Sports /
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Jan 23, 2016; Denver, CO, USA; Denver Nuggets forward Danilo Gallinari (8) and guard Emmanuel Mudiay (0) celebrate during the second half against the Detroit Pistons at Pepsi Center. The Nuggets won 104-101. Mandatory Credit: Chris Humphreys-USA TODAY Sports
Jan 23, 2016; Denver, CO, USA; Denver Nuggets forward Danilo Gallinari (8) and guard Emmanuel Mudiay (0) celebrate during the second half against the Detroit Pistons at Pepsi Center. The Nuggets won 104-101. Mandatory Credit: Chris Humphreys-USA TODAY Sports /

Everyone seems to be making the case for the Denver Nuggets conducting a trade, but what about the case for not making a trade?

The Denver Nuggets have been the source of many trade rumors since last season. However, what if I were to tell you that the best course of action for them right now is to leave the team the way it is?

The Nuggets do have a ton of talent. Coach Malone needs to find the right rotations and be consistent with them. The Denver Nuggets are in a race for the final playoff spot right now, so it is safe to say that Denver could return to the post-season without conducting an identity changing trade.

Yes, many fans would love to see DeMarcus Cousins or Paul Millsap in a Denver uniform, but unfortunately that isn’t realistic right now. The Kings are going to do everything in their power to keep their one All-Star and it makes no sense to trade for Millsap when he will be hitting free agency this summer. We already learned our lesson with the Andre Igoudala situation.

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If you are still not convinced, then keep in mind that Denver will have a ton of cap space this summer. While it is not guaranteed for the Nuggets to land a star, bear in mind it is difficult for many players to turn down massive amounts of money no matter what team is offering them the contract, (yes, I know it depends on the player since everyone is different, but you get the point.)

If I were Tim Connelly and the Nuggets, I would stay away from a big trade for now and see if this young core can sneak into the playoffs.

I know many fans are going to disagree with my assessment of this, but as of right now, why not see if this core actually needs a star or if they continue to progress on their own.

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