Acquired F Cameron Johnson from the Brooklyn Nets in exchange for F Michael Porter Jr. and draft considerations.

This trade earns a C CVI — a middling value proposition that feels more lateral than transformative for Denver. Johnson slots in as a solid starter-level wing who brings reliable three-point shooting and positional versatility, but his $22.1M AAV over the next two seasons represents a significant financial commitment for a player who's never quite reached that next tier of impact. The Nuggets are essentially swapping one expensive wing for another, with Johnson's production profile suggesting he's a complementary piece rather than a difference-maker at this price point. While his shooting touch and defensive flexibility have value in the right system, paying over $20M annually for a player of his caliber reflects the inflated wing market more than exceptional value creation. The two-year commitment provides some flexibility compared to longer deals, but Denver needed this move to yield more upside given what they likely surrendered to acquire him.