The Denver Nuggets had a notable season marked by the impressive performance of Nikola Jokic, who averaged exceptional stats, potentially topping those from his MVP-winning seasons. Following a surprising decision to dismiss both head coach Michael Malone and GM Calvin Booth prior to the playoffs, interim coach David Adelman guided the team through a challenging postseason, highlighted by a seven-game series against the Los Angeles Clippers and a tough battle against the Oklahoma City Thunder.

A key player in their playoff run was Russell Westbrook, whose timely offensive rebounds and surprising three-point shooting (41.9%) were crucial against the Clippers. After the playoffs, Westbrook opted out of his player option, becoming a free agent, and expressed interest in leveraging his platform for social causes through his new venture, RW Digital. As he approaches 37, Westbrook’s playoff experience could make him a valuable asset for teams looking to deepen their playoff runs.