Episode

CSG #941: The magical thinking of 'run it back' for the Nuggets

Podcast: CSG Podcast
Published: Jun 9, 2026
Duration seconds: 1726
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Summary

Hypothetical: The Denver Nuggets bring back exactly the same team next year as the one that played this year. Leaving the severe financial penalties aside, there is magical thinking involved with that approach that doesn't match reality. Will this Nuggets team with a two year history of injuries suddenly be healthier? Jeff talks about those implications.