Nuggets might be lucky enough to bring back name fans never expected
The Denver Nuggets will be looking to upgrade their roster this offseason. As they do, there is one name that could be in play to be added to this roster, and it’s one that probably a lot of Nuggets fans are thinking of: Bruce Brown.
It was less than two years ago Bruce Brown was a crucial part of Denver’s run to a championship. In 2022-23, he quickly became one of the most beloved role players in Nuggets history with his tough shot-making, playmaking ability and performance in the clutch that helped lead Denver to the first NBA title in their history.
It was truly a tragedy when he left the Nuggets in free agency in July 2023, signing a two-year deal with the Indiana Pacers. His departure was highly disappointing not only because of his high level of play on the hardwood, but also for the great vibes he brought to this team from an overall standpoint.
It’s safe to say that life hasn’t exactly been the same for Brown ever since he left Denver nearly two years ago. His scoring average has gone down from 11.5, to 10.8, to 8.3 in the two seasons following his championship with the Nuggets.
Bruce Brown will be an unrestricted free agent this summer
With that in mind, Brown is about to become an unrestricted free agent this summer. With his value being quite a bit lower than it was two seasons ago or even one season ago, the possibility of him making his way back to Denver is there.
The Denver Nuggets will be looking to upgrade their roster this offseason. As they do, there is one name that could be in play to be added to this roster, and it’s one that probably a lot of Nuggets fans are thinking of: Bruce Brown.
It was less than two years ago Bruce Brown was a crucial part of Denver’s run to a championship. In 2022-23, he quickly became one of the most beloved role players in Nuggets history with his tough shot-making, playmaking ability and performance in the clutch that helped lead Denver to the first NBA title in their history.
It was truly a tragedy when he left the Nuggets in free agency in July 2023, signing a two-year deal with the Indiana Pacers. His departure was highly disappointing not only because of his high level of play on the hardwood, but also for the great vibes he brought to this team from an overall standpoint.
It’s safe to say that life hasn’t exactly been the same for Brown ever since he left Denver nearly two years ago. His scoring average has gone down from 11.5, to 10.8, to 8.3 in the two seasons following his championship with the Nuggets.
Knicks: Former Nuggets coach ruled out in head coaching search
The New York Knicks are launching an intensive head coaching search after firing Tom Thibodeau on Tuesday. Thibodeau coached them for five seasons, but after a disappointing exit in the Eastern Conference Finals, they want a new voice at the helm.
Knicks unlikely to replace Tom Thibodeau with Michael Malone
The immediate speculation was that the team would pivot towards former Denver Nuggets head coach and 2023 NBA champion Michael Malone. The longtime head coach was fired by the Nuggets just before the playoffs this season, despite Denver being a competitive playoff team.
However, it appears that the Knicks and Malone will not unite, at least according to one NBA insider.
“You can forget about Michael Malone as a replacement for Thibodeau. Not going to happen,” the New York Post’s Stefan Bondy posted on X.
The Knicks need a younger voice as the head coach
Malone might not have been the perfect option for New York anyway. A lot of the criticism around his coaching is similar to the noise that Thibodeau heard. Malone had an over-reliance on his veteran pieces and rarely gave young players a bigger opportunity, which is similar to how Thibodeau used his starters more than any other group.
It would have been good optics if New York hired a former NBA champion to lead the charge, but a younger voice might benefit this team more than an old-school coach. Most of this Knicks team consists of younger players below the age of 30, so a coach who can resonate with the players more might be beneficial.
The Knicks will begin a rigorous process to determine who the next head coach will be. This team has championship aspirations, so it is important that they do their due diligence on their candidates before making a firm decision.
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