Denver’s offseason pivot pairs Jokic with a versatile shooting wing by shipping Michael Porter Jr. to Brooklyn for Cam Johnson, a move the front office hopes will deepen the Nuggets’ depth while preserving top-end upside. Johnson’s multi-positional defense and outside shooting give Jokic a cleaner floor to operate on, with less defensive strain on the surrounding pieces. Bleacher Report’s Zach Buckley labeled the swap a potential top offseason move for 2025, arguing it adds impact without surrendering core capability.

Johnson’s fit isn’t about raw counting stats; it’s about the team’s balance. He can defend multiple positions and knock down threes, which should improve spacing for Jokic’s playmaking and reduce the need for Jokic to overextend on offense. Porter’s departure shifts some usage, but the Nets gain a high-usage scorer elsewhere, while Denver lands a flexible, high-IQ wing. If the new model clicks, this could be a defining upgrade of the summer for the Nuggets.