The Nuggets continue to search for an acceptable Carmelo Anthony trade, but they have been challenged to find the right mix of what they are looking for.
"They're still banging away at this," said one of the people with knowledge of the discussions. "But the well has dried up a little bit."
The Nets are "still the team that has the assets and is the most motivated," according to one person connected to the talks.
"I think they have their marching orders from him that he's gone," one executive familiar with the situation sad. "To call his bluff, that's a scary proposition."