From Newsweek · Rowan Fisher-Shotton · · 1m
Nuggets Add Cam Whitmore to Pair With Jokic
Nuggets sign Cam Whitmore to boost playoff depth ahead of championship push.
In brief
Nuggets sign Cam Whitmore to boost playoff depth ahead of championship push. Denver Nuggets signed Cam Whitmore, a former top-20 pick, to strengthen their wing rotation for the NBA playoffs. Originally reported by Newsweek.
Nuggets sign Cam Whitmore
The Denver Nuggets signed Cam Whitmore, a former first-round pick (No. 20 overall) in 2023 out of Villanova, on a two-way deal.
Whitmore's playing history
Whitmore played for Houston Rockets and Washington Wizards, averaging 12.3 points, 3.8 rebounds, 0.7 assists, and 0.6 steals in 18.7 minutes per game.
Whitmore's stats
Whitmore shot 45% from the field and 36% from long range during his rookie season.
Nuggets' championship window
The Nuggets have been eliminated in the first round of the playoffs twice since winning their first NBA championship in 2023.
Whitmore's role
Whitmore should complement DeRozan, Spencer Jones, and Tyus Jones in the second unit to help Jokic chase a championship.
The essence
Denver Nuggets signed Cam Whitmore, a former top-20 pick, to strengthen their wing rotation for the NBA playoffs.
