Agent Andy Miller described discussions between Washington Wizards free-agent point guard Tyronn Lue and the Nuggets as "extensive conversation." Lue also is receiving interest from Detroit, Orlando and Miami, but has said Denver is his top choice.

"We like him very much as a player," Vandeweghe said. "He understands what we want to do. We know there will be a lot of competition."

The Nuggets also have interest in signing a former player, Toronto free-agent guard Voshon Lenard.