The Denver Nuggets are in a really good position right now as far as NBA teams are concerned. With young talented players growing in a positive and winning environment, draft picks at the disposal of an intelligent coaching staff, and a fanbase with unwavering support, the future is bright in Denver.
Head Coach Mike Malone joined Steve Gorman Sports to talk about all things Nuggets yesterday. This audio describes why the team was not active at the trade deadline, despite coaches wanting to pry young talent away from a loaded roster. They weren't going to 'mortgage their future' in the quest for an 8 seed in the playoffs. Listen here:
Later, when asked if Denver was truly a 'hoops town' the same way people perceive places like New York City and San Antonio, he had this to say about the prospects of his city stacking up with the best.
"The Pepsi Center will be a very tough place to play. The fans are definitely coming out."
You can hear this audio below: