Nuggets Hire Tim Connelly As General Manager

The Denver Nuggets have hired Tim Connelly as general manager, replacing Masai Ujiri.
Connelly was previously with the New Orleans Pelicans.
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Nuggets Hire Tim Connelly As General ManagerJun 17, 2013 11:21 AM EDT
The Denver Nuggets have hired Tim Connelly as general manager, replacing Masai Ujiri. Connelly was previously with the New Orleans Pelicans. Kings Hire Pete D'Alessandro As General ManagerJun 15, 2013 7:54 PM EDT
The Sacramento Kings and Pete D'Alessandro have reached a deal for him to become general manager. D'Alessandro beat out Chris Wallace and others for the job. D'Alessandro was most recently with the Denver Nuggets' front office after previously working for the Golden State Warriors. Mike Malone had some input in the process that led to the Kings' hiring of D'Alessandro. D'Alessandro was first hired by the Warriors due to his relationship with Chris Mullin. Lionel Hollins To Interview With Nuggets For Coaching VacancyJun 14, 2013 9:45 PM EDT
Lionel Hollins will interview with the Denver Nuggets for their coaching vacancy. Hollins and Brian Shaw are Denver's two top candidates for the job, a source confirmed. Hollins was let go by the Memphis Grizzlies despite leading the team to the Western Conference Finals this season. Gallinari Didn't Have Complete Tear Of ACL, Could Return In DecemberJun 14, 2013 9:09 PM EDT
Danilo Gallinari could return to the Denver Nuggets' lineup in December instead of February after it was discovered that his ACL wasn't actually torn. Gallinari injured his knee at the end of the regular season. Iguodala Informs Nuggets Of Decision To Opt-OutJun 14, 2013 3:10 PM EDT
Andre Iguodala will opt out of the final season of his contract with the Denver Nuggets. Rob Pelinka, Iguodala's agent, informed Josh Kroenke of the plan during a meeting on Thursday. "We are fully aware of Andre's intentions and he's well aware of how much we want him back," Kroenke told Yahoo! Sports Friday afternoon. "Andre us a huge priority for our organization." Iguodala is owed $15.9 million for the 13-14 NBA season and will be eligible to sign a four-year deal with a rival team or re-sign with the Nuggets for five seasons. Without triggering the opt-out cause, Iguodala could only sign a three-year extension with Denver. The Atlanta Hawks, Cleveland Cavaliers, Dallas Mavericks, Houston Rockets, Detroit Pistons and New Orleans Pelicans could target Iguodala. George Karl Calls Dismissal From Nuggets 'Stupid'Jun 13, 2013 8:35 PM EDT
George Karl believes the Denver Nuggets’ decision to fire him was “stupid.” Karl revealed the meeting that led Josh Kroenke to fire him from the team. "Josh was nice and complimentary, said he'd honor my contract and the coaches,” Karl said. “The conversation was on the decision, and I said, 'I think I should tell you, I think it's very stupid.' And since then, I don't understand it." 76ers Interested In Melvin Hunt For Head Coaching JobJun 11, 2013 12:15 PM EDT
The Philadelphia 76ers are interested in speaking with Melvin Hunt about their head coaching vacancy. Hunt was on George Karl's staff with the Denver Nuggets and is a candidate to become their head coach. The 76ers have not yet asked permission to interview Hunt. Hunt interviewed with Sam Hinkie for a position as associate head coach with the Houston Rockets three years ago. Hunt was believed to be the top aide on Karl's staff. Kings Receive Permission To Interview Pete D'AlessandroJun 09, 2013 7:29 PM EDT
The Sacramento Kings have received permission from the Denver Nuggets to interview Pete D'Alessandro for their general manager vacancy. D'Alessandro is currently the Nuggets' VP of basketball operations and was previously with the Golden State Warriors. If D'Alessandro is hired by the Kings, there is a good chance Bobby Marks of the Brooklyn Nets would join him. Nuggets Receive Permission To Talk To Brian Shaw, Lionel HollinsJun 09, 2013 12:34 AM EDT
The Denver Nuggets have received permission to interview Brian Shaw and Lionel Hollins for their head coaching vacancy. The Nuggets are likely to interview a small group of candidates, based on previous reports. Pete D'Alessandro remains a top candidate for the team’s general manager vacancy. Sources: Nuggets Management Soured On KarlJun 06, 2013 9:06 PM EDT
Denver Nuggets management disagreed with George Karl's playoff adjustments and minute distribution decisions, according to sources with knowledge of the dynamic. Nuggets management believed Karl panicked by trying to match up with the Golden State Warriors’ small-ball approach after Game 1 of the Western Conference quarterfinals. JaVale McGee’s playing time was also a source of consternation for Nuggets management. McGee averaged just 18.1 minutes per game after signing a four-year, $44 million contract with the Nuggets last summer. Denver Nuggets ArchivesHollins, Karl Could Trade Coaching Jobs With Grizzlies, NuggetsJun 06, 2013 | Marc Stein/ESPN
The Grizzlies have not ruled out bringing back Lionel Hollins.
Nuggets Part Ways With George KarlJun 06, 2013 | Adrian Wojnarowski/Yahoo! Sports
George Karl had been pushing for a contract extension and ownership wasn't planning on giving one to him.
Danilo Gallinari To Undergo ACL Surgery Next WeekJun 03, 2013 | Associated Press
Danilo Galinari and the Nuggets are hoping the forward returns to the lineup around February.
Sources: George Karl's Job Status 'Unsettled'Jun 02, 2013 | Ramona Shelburne/ESPN
George Karl could begin next season on the hot seat after winning Coach of the Year this season.
Wallace Wants To Add D'Alessandro To Kings' Front Office If HiredMay 31, 2013 | Sam Amick/USA Today
Chris Wallace wants Pete D'Alessandro to join him in the Kings' front office if hired.
Masai Ujiri Accepts Raptors' GM JobMay 31, 2013 | Adrian Wojnarowski/Yahoo! Sports
Masai Ujiri accepted a five-year, $15 million deal to leave the Nuggets for the Raptors.
George Karl Targeted By Clippers, Could Be Angling For Extension With NuggetsMay 30, 2013 | Adrian Wojnarowski/Yahoo! Sports
Sources say George Karl has been eager to discuss an extension with the Nuggets after winning 57 games this season.
Gallinari ACL Surgery Delayed, May Not Return Until Mid-JanuaryMay 30, 2013 | Benjamin Hochman/Denver Post
Danilo Gallinari was originally projected to return on Jan. 1.
Sources: Nuggets Unlikely To Match Masai Ujiri's $15M Offer From RaptorsMay 29, 2013 | Chris Broussard/ESPN
The Raptors have made Masai Ujiri a five-year, $15 million offer to be their general manager.
21 NBA Teams To Compete In 2013 Vegas Summer LeagueMay 29, 2013 | RealGM Staff Report
The 2013 Vegas Summer League will be comprised of 22 teams and run from July 12 to July 22.
Masai Ujiri To Meet With Nuggets Before Making Decision On Raptors' OfferMay 28, 2013 | Ken Berger/CBS Sports
Masai Ujiri is expected to meet with Josh Kroenke on Tuesday or Wednesday.
Ujiri Weighing Offers From Nuggets, RaptorsMay 27, 2013 | Michael Grange/Sportsnet.ca
The Raptors have offered Masai Ujiri a four-year deal worth about $9 million, according to sources.
Kroenke Believes Ujiri Had Previously Reached New Deal With NuggetsMay 25, 2013 | Benjamin Hochman/Denver Post
After speaking with Masai Ujiri, Josh Kroenke decided it was best for both sides to allow Ujiri to interview with the Raptors.
Masai Ujiri Moving Toward Deal With RaptorsMay 24, 2013 | Adrian Wojnarowski/Yahoo! Sports
Masai Ujiri will take the next couple days to fully consider the move to the Raptors.
Koufos Declines To Play For Greek National Team This OffseasonMay 24, 2013 | Benjamin Hochman/Denver Post
Kosta Koufos will train with the Nuggets' coaches and trainers this offseason rather than playing for the Greek national team.
Raptors Meet With Masai Ujiri About GM JobMay 24, 2013 | Adrian Wojnarowski/Yahoo! Sports
Tim Leiweke plans to present Masai Ujiri an offer that will pay him nearly $3 million annually over the course of a multi-year contract.
Raptors Willing To Offer Masai Ujiri $2M Per SeasonMay 21, 2013 | Marc Stein/ESPN
Masai Ujiri is reportedly earning approximately $500,000 in the final season of his contract with the Nuggets.
Raptors Target Masai Ujiri As Top GM CandidateMay 18, 2013 | Adrian Wojnarowski/Yahoo! Sports
Masai Ujiri's contract with the Nuggets expires this summer and he has been in discussions on an extension.
Ujiri 'Optimistic' Iguodala Will Return To NuggetsMay 09, 2013 | Benjamin Hochman/Denver Post
The Nuggets have been adamant about their desire to re-sign Andre Iguodala.
Karl Believes Nuggets Showed 'Lack Of Maturity' In Series Loss To WarriorsMay 09, 2013 | Mark Kiszla/Denver Post
George Karl is confident the Nuggets will make the necessary adjustments for next season.
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