The LA Daily News reports that Isaiah Rider left Denver with one of his signature moves -- the veiled threat. Rider, waived Tuesday by the Nuggets, cursed a local reporter as he left Pepsi Center, denied he'd been cut, then said, with a hard stare, "It's a small world. I'll see you around."

The troubled Rider has now worn out welcomes in five NBA cities, but Jackson doubts his career is over.

"He's talented enough, and players that have great talent are always intriguing to a team, especially one that's looking for a skill player, a player that can do some things," he said. "But Isaiah's own personality keeps him out of being in a team situation almost."