The Denver Nuggets dazzled fans with a stellar performance throughout the 2024-25 NBA season, clinching a coveted playoff spot. They showcased their prowess in the opening round against the Los Angeles Clippers. However, the excitement hit a roadblock in the conference semifinals when they faced off against the Oklahoma City Thunder.
The series was intense, culminating in a thrilling Game 7 showdown. Regrettably, the Nuggets’ championship chase crumbled as they succumbed to a 93-125 defeat. In the wake of their playoff exit, a wave of speculation swept through the fanbase regarding potential roster shakeups for the Nuggets. In this atmosphere of uncertainty, NBA Insider Sam Amico offered insightful perspectives on the team’s upcoming roster decisions.
“So even Nikola Jokic as the main man, the Nuggets still need help. Sources say they’re hesitant to part ways with core members of their 2023 championship team — Jamal Murray, Aaron Gordon, Michael Porter Jr., and now, Christian Braun. Obviously, Jokic isn’t going anywhere,” Via Amico.
The Denver Nuggets are reportedly ‘hesitant’ to trade core members of their championship team, per @AmicoHoops
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Amico noted that the Nuggets appear reluctant to trade key players from their 2023 Championship Core, despite concerns about the roster.
Former Denver Nuggets Coach Takes Jab At Michael Malone
Nuggets sensation Nikola Jokić made a valiant push for his fourth NBA MVP title during the thrilling 2024-25 season. However, in a surprising twist, Oklahoma City Thunder’s Shai Gilgeous-Alexander claimed the coveted MVP award. After his achievement, SGA delighted his teammates with wonderful gifts.
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Following the announcement, former Nuggets coach George Karl took to X (formerly Twitter) to assert that Jokic truly deserved the MVP title. In a surprising turn of events, he also threw shade at Michael Malone in his post, igniting even more discussion among fans and analysts alike.
“Jokic was the MVP again this season and it wasn’t that close. But I guess I’m the only former Nuggets coach who knows that,” Karl wrote.
Jokic was the MVP again this season and it wasn’t that close.
— George Karl (@CoachKarl22) May 21, 2025
But I guess I’m the only former Nuggets coach who knows that.
Jokic averaged 29.6 points, 12.7 rebounds, and 10.2 assists in 70 games this NBA season.
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