Report: Bruce Brown of the Raptors Would Be Traded by the Nuggets
Bruce Brown of the Toronto Raptors is a target for the Denver Nuggets, according to NBA source Chris Haynes of Bleacher Report.
After playing for the Nuggets the previous season, Brown assisted the squad in defeating the Miami Heat to win the 2023 NBA title.Brown used his unrestricted free agency to sign a two-year, $45 million contract with the Indian Pacers last offseason. This season, he is earning $22 million. For the upcoming season, Brown has a $23 million club option.
NBA STORIES & TRADE RUMS: Denver Nuggets, Toronto Raptors, and Bruce Brown Updates
Brown was dealt by the Pacers to the Raptors in exchange for Pascal Siakam. Brown is shooting 47.9% from the field, 32.1% from beyond the arc, and 82.1% from the free-throw line this season while dishing out 12.0 points, 4.7 rebounds, 2.9 assists, 1.1 steals, and 0.3 blocks on average.
Brown has been connected to the New York Knicks, Los Angeles Lakers, and Nuggets. It is generally anticipated that Brown will be traded by the Raptors before the trade deadline of February 8th. The Raptors are in rebuild mode after dealing Siakam and OG Anunoby.
NBA insider Marc Stein reports that in exchange for Brown, who has averaged 8.9 points, 4.3 rebounds, 2.5 assists, 0.9 steals, and 0.5 blocks over his career with the Detroit Pistons, Brooklyn Nets, Nuggets, Pacers, and Raptors, the Raptors are seeking a first-round pick and a quality player.
NBA STORIES & TRADE RUMS: Denver Nuggets, Toronto Raptors, and Bruce Brown Updates
As of now, the Nuggets have a 30-14 record. According to the Western Conference standings, they are in third place. Whether Denver is able to get Brown back together will be interesting to watch.
