NBA Trade Rumors: 3 teams that should pursue a trade for Victor Oladipo
By Dalton Sell
Team No. 3 that should pursue a trade for Victor Oladipo – Denver Nuggets
The Denver Nuggets fell two wins short of making the NBA Finals last season, and many expected them to make a similar run this year. With a 12-10 record, they have not exactly looked like the powerhouse that many envisioned, as they currently occupy the sixth seed in the Western Conference. If this team wants to bolster their title chances, adding an All-Star shooting guard of Oladipo’s talent should be an option on the table.
Denver’s MVP candidate Nikola Jokic is currently putting up career numbers across the board, and his running mate Jamal Murray is also playing high-level basketball. However, in a league that is built upon top-heavy trios, the Nuggets are missing that legitimate third piece. Michael Porter Jr. continues showing potential, but he is best suited to continue coming off the bench at this point.
There are not many All-Star caliber players currently floating around on the trade market, but Oladipo could be an exception. The guard has proven this year that he can still play at a level close to his pre-injury form, currently having one of the better seasons in his career.
On paper, the Nuggets are a formidable foe, but the addition of Oladipo could turn it up another notch. This team could undoubtedly be just a piece away from becoming one of the top teams gunning for the NBA title, and this opportunity deserves consideration.