Nuggets in the Olympics: Good or Bad?

Here’s why:

The Nuggets have a loaded front-court, and will likely seek out trade options before the season starts rolling.

The Nuggets recently tried to get Dwayne Wade on board, who ultimately declined with grace saying in a tweet:

But, he wasn’t the only potential signing target for this upcoming season.

Nuggets GM Tim Connelly has spoken repeatedly about the organization’s interest in finding a veteran free agent that could fit in nicely with their program, to both mentor their young talent, and also provide an immediate boost in fan interest and on-court ability. Connelly and Coach Malone have both noted seasoned shooter Mike Miller for playing the role of mentor on their young team, but still share an interest in adding a veteran with a bit more of an on-court presence.

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If Lauvergne plays well, he may convince others of his potential as a starter. This would add to the Nuggets’ credibility, which was publicly acknowledged in Wade’s tweet, and attract the sort of attention needed to accomplish their signing goals.

All things considered, Lauvergne is rising to the top of the Nuggets’ most realistic trade-options list. If traded, his presence would be missed, but the Nuggets would be better left in a position to become the team that they aspire to be.

With Jokic and Lauvergne (hopefully) lighting up the national stage, their notably quick improvement (since signing with Denver) could be enough to convince veteran free-agents that the Nuggets’ organization is indeed worthy of their time, talent, and effort; however, this blessing may also be a curse.

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