Nuggets, Pistons Make Major Free Agent Moves Amid Offseason Shakeup

The Denver Nuggets have been active in the NBA offseason, making several roster moves to strengthen their bid for another championship. They traded Michael Porter Jr. for Cameron Johnson, signed Bruce Brown, acquired Jonas Valanciunas in a trade, and recently added sharpshooter Tim Hardaway Jr. on a one-year deal to boost their bench scoring. Meanwhile, the Detroit Pistons have made significant additions as well, signing Caris LeVert to a two-year, $29 million contract to add scoring and veteran leadership alongside their young core. LeVert, a former Michigan Wolverine, averaged solid numbers last season and is expected to fill a key role either starting or coming off the bench, especially with uncertainty around Malik Beasley, who is under investigation for gambling-related allegations. The Pistons also re-signed Paul Reed and are evaluating their options with free agents like Hardaway Jr. and Beasley, aiming to build on their recent playoff appearance and continue their upward trajectory. Both teams are clearly focused on improving roster depth and versatility to compete at a higher level in the upcoming season.