Took them long enough, but Denver got their guy.
The Denver Post reported Sunday that the Nuggets have signed free agent Wilson Chandler:
Chandler spent the year in China expecting a prolonged lockout, then was released from his contract when his team was eliminated from play in the CBA and allowed to return stateside. There had been questions if Denver would bring him back with the emergence of Danilo Gallinari and the acquisitions of Corey Brewer and Rudy Fernandez. But Denver knew they could get get good value on Chandler, and brought him back.
The deal is reportedly five-years, $37 million which puts it above the $30 million mark reported earlier but still significantly cheaper than what teams pay for worse players (oh, hi Orlando, didn’t see you there). It now means that the Nuggets have a wing rotation of:
Arron Afflalo
Danilo Gallinari
Wilson Chandler
Rudy Fernandez
Corey Brewer
Jordan Hamilton
and they play some two-point-guard lineups with Andre Miller as well. This after the Nuggets had questions about whether they would be able to field the minimum roster at the start of the year. The Nuggets are deep, but the same questions they’ve had remain. Chandler had the ability to score 40 under Mike D’Antoni in New York, but struggled to adjust in Denver, especially in the playoffs last year. They still lack a go-to guy. But having Chandler for depth and versatility is a great get. He’s still in a good place in terms of youth and health, and has a great skillset.
Another good move for Denver.
