The Denver Nuggets came into the 2021-22 NBA season expecting to be one of the top teams in the Western Conference. Injuries have derailed the season a bit and the front office could be looking to a trade to try and save it. If this happens, it is likely that Denver will look for some more help at the top of the offense.

Jamal Murray suffered in the injury last season they kept him out of the playoffs and the majority of this year. Murray might be able to come back toward the end of the season for the playoffs but the Nuggets want to put themselves in a favorable position heading in.

After an underwhelming start, it was announced that Michael Porter Jr. would potentially miss the rest of the season after undergoing back surgery. This left Nikola Jokic without much help in the rotation. It is not easy to win the West when a team is missing two of their best players.

There’s been optimism expressed that both players will be back before the end fo the season, but more help could be benefited from adding in the meantime. This is why the Nuggets go look for a trade in the San Antonio Spurs could be partners. San Antonio was not expected to have much success this season.

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Dejounte Murray and Keldon Johnson are viewed as centerpieces for the franchise moving forward. It is unlikely that they are moved under any circumstance but there is plenty more to like about the San Antonio Spurs.

When looking at potential trade options, there are some that lineup well for the Denver Nuggets. Let’s take a look at a potential deal that could get Denver that necessary depth at top of the offense.