Nuggets' offseason improvements enhance title chances but overlook Chris Paul opportunity

The Denver Nuggets have had a productive offseason with notable roster enhancements aimed at contending for a championship. Following a tough seven-game defeat to the Oklahoma City Thunder in the second round, the team took deliberate steps to strengthen its lineup by replacing Michael Porter Jr. with Cam Johnson and adding Jonas Valanciunas to support Nikola Jokic. While these acquisitions bolster their championship prospects for 2026, an opportunity was missed in the backcourt. According to ClutchPoints' Bailey Bassett, the Nuggets did not pursue Chris Paul during the offseason, representing perhaps their most significant oversight. Although Paul was likely heading to the Los Angeles Clippers, the Nuggets could have offered him a better chance at winning a title and provided a good fit alongside Jokic's high basketball IQ. With Russell Westbrook still a free agent, a return to Denver remains possible, but acquiring Paul might have addressed their backcourt uncertainties more effectively. Despite their offseason moves, the Nuggets continue to face questions in their backcourt depth. Title: Nuggets' Offseason Moves Boost Title Hopes but Missed Chris Paul Opportunity | Sporting N...