Nuggets made the right call by not pursuing Nique Clifford any further

Writer David Decker argues the Denver Nuggets were correct not to trade for Nique Clifford, who was dealt from the Sacramento Kings to the Oklahoma City Thunder. Despite reportedly showing interest, Denver has an open 15th roster spot that Decker believes is better utilized elsewhere.

Decker writes that rookie Bryce Hopkins provides superior physicality at the wing, having recently scored 18 points against the Toronto Raptors. Instead of another wing, Decker claims the Nuggets should use their roster spot to find a reliable backup point guard behind Jamal Murray, noting Tyus Jones' negative net rating.