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July 24th, 2026

Are the Nuggets planning on keeping everyone? — or are they just posturing for a better deal?

The Drive dives into the Nuggets’ offseason drama: Denver could win 53–54 games and sit in the top half of the Western Conference… but what happens when the looming $207 million luxury tax bill comes due?

Will the front office hold onto Cam Johnson until his value spikes
Will they tear down a contender mid‑season to dodge the tax
Or is this all posturing to squeeze better offers out of rival teams

The guys debate whether Denver is truly committed to winning — or if ownership is more concerned with protecting profits than chasing another championship.

VIDEO BREAKDOWN —

The looming $207M luxury tax bill and what it means for ownership

The risk of tearing down a contender at the deadline

How Oklahoma City and Cleveland handled similar tax situations

Is Denver’s front office posturing and preparing for a roster shake‑up

Nuggets fans — jump in the comments:
• Should Denver pay the tax to keep contending
• Is Cam Johnson worth holding until the deadline
• And what message is the front office sending by standing pat

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