They have finished either first or second in the West every season since 2018-19, thanks in large part to their superstar center, Nikola Jokić. Jokić is once again having a spectacular season and is currently the frontrunner to win his fourth MVP award.

As the Feb. 6 NBA trade deadline draws near, the 15-11 Denver Nuggets are trying to bolster their lineup. Center Nikola Jokić is in the running for his fourth MVP award, and he is easily the best player in the world. However, the Nuggets’ core has simply not been able to provide him the support he needs.

The Athletic 's Tony Jones and Sam Amick are reporting Denver would like to find a high-scoring player who can boost the team's offense. Jokić has been incredible again this season, averaging 30.9 points, 13.3 rebounds and 9.9 assists in 37.2 minutes per game. But he can't do it alone, so the Nuggets want to find help. And they have their target.