Nuggets Fire GM, Coach Amid Championship Defense Struggles

The Denver Nuggets recently made headlines by firing general manager Calvin Booth and head coach Michael Malone, despite their success in winning the 2023 championship. The team has shown immediate improvement, winning two games under interim coach David Adelman. However, both Booth and Malone faced criticism for their roster decisions, particularly the loss of key player Kentavious Caldwell-Pope and trade discussions involving star guard Jamal Murray and forward Michael Porter Jr. Reports suggest that the Nuggets are looking to upgrade their roster significantly, which may include trading Porter, although ownership has a personal attachment to him due to his ties to Missouri. The Nuggets currently sit in fourth place in the Western Conference and are vying for a playoff spot, with their recent performance indicating potential for another championship run if they can solidify their roster. The internal friction and trade rumors have not derailed the team's competitive spirit as they aim for postseason success.