"It was no secret management and ownership wanted the two younger point guards to play."
"He was a great leader for our young players," Malone said. "And then on the court, he was playing at a high level for us last year. But at the same time, if you look at the big picture, you give Jamal and Emmanuel room to grow and develop."
Jameer Nelson spent a memorable two-plus years with the Nuggets' organization.
The signing clears the way for Richard Jefferson, who could join the team later this week.
Will Barton did pretty much everything for Denver tonight.
Nikola Jokic and Gary Harris looked good, Emmanuel Mudiay not so much in Denver's 122-110 loss.
With just 12 days to go until the Nuggets' regular season opener, Denver still has two position battles to decide.
The point guard competition between Jameer Nelson, Jamal Murray, and Emmanuel Mudiay is still ongoing.
The Nuggets rested four of their five starters Wednesday night against the Lakers, it gave the bench a chance to shine.
What to watch for in Denver's third matchup of the preseason and second-straight against the Los Angeles Lakers.
How will Michael Malone juggle minutes in Denver's third preseason matchup with three healthy point guards?
What to watch for in Denver's second preseason game versus the Los Angeles Lakers Monday night.
Harrison Wind and T.J. McBride discuss Denver's three point guards and how Emmanuel Mudiay can turn his tenure in Denver around in year three.
A steady hand at the point, or the Nuggets' scapegoat, Jameer Nelson wore a lot of hats in what was undoubtedly the veteran's best season since 2013.
With the Nuggets mathematically eliminated from playoff contention, expect to see rookies Malik Beasley and Juancho Hernangomez draw
Denver's backcourt could be in for yet another shakeup Friday against New Orleans in whats shaping up to be a must-win game for the Nuggets.
Would Michael Malone think about slotting rookie Jamal Murray in Denver's starting lineup with the playoff race heating up?
Practice notes from Wednesday as Michael Malone is sticking with Jameer Nelson as the Nuggets starting point guard even though Emmanuel Mudiay is nearing full health.
Once Emmanuel Mudiay returns from injury, Michael Malone will again have to sort out a point guard rotation.
After a disappointing game and finish in Minnesota over the weekend, Jameer Nelson bounced back and led Denver to a win down the stretch over Utah.
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