Keeler: Nuggets purged Michael Malone a year ago Wednesday. Are Nikola Jokic, Jamal Murray better off?

One year after the Denver Nuggets made the controversial decision to part ways with head coach Michael Malone, questions linger about whether the franchise's star players have truly benefited. The team's resilience during Nikola Jokic's recent absence, posting an impressive 11-6 record across 17 games, raises intriguing debate about coaching impact and player development. This analysis examines how the organizational shift has influenced the trajectory of Jokic, Jamal Murray, and the overall competitive positioning of the Nuggets in their quest for sustained success.