While the year is 2005, it seems like it is 2004 again for the Denver Nuggets. Another first round playoff exit and again have the same problom: lack of scores. Last year, Vashon Lenord was the only consistent offensive threat. This year, it was Carmelo Anthony.

While starting, Nene averaged more points, a higher shooting percentage and more rebounds. Nene could possibly give the Nuggets the other player who could create his own shot and help get the Nuggets out of the first round. All they need to do to find out is to start Nene.

Starting Nene would mean either Martin or Camby would come off the bench or that Anthony would move to shooting guard. While Melo is a wingman he does not have the quickness to defend the Ginoble?s of the league. So, that means K-Mart or Camby would move to the bench.