Sure, the 2023-24 season ended in disappointing fashion, but Denver is only a year removed from winning an NBA title.

That's a decent recruiting pitch, even considering the team's financial constraints this offseason. Some veterans are willing to accept a minimum deal in order to chase a ring, and other free agents can do worse than building their profile as a contributor to a great team.

So, it's a matter of who the Nuggets might be able to convince.

In the backcourt, they should be targeting a playmaker such as Delon Wright. He averaged 2.5 assists in a 15-minute role between the Washington Wizards and Miami Heat this year. Patrick Beverly, who dished 2.9 assists per game, is a viable option, too.