Denver Nuggets fans probably don’t want to hear this, but the luxury tax is a major obstacle for the team in the next couple of seasons. There are massive financial ramifications for keeping this team together, and a looming luxury tax bill that exceeds $200 million in 2026-27 is enough pressure to cause the Nuggets to make some major moves. Some of which will be unexpected.
On the latest episode of Pickaxe and Roll, Ryan Blackburn previews the upcoming Denver Nuggets road trip, including the possibility of Jonas Valanciunas returning from injury in tonight’s game vs the Washington Wizards. Then, Ryan goes over details about Spencer Jones, Denver’s trade deadline goals, and why the repeater tax will impact their plans to keep Peyton Watson.
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