NBA  >>  Denver Nuggets
Sign up for Yardbarker's daily Top 10 newsletter, the Morning Bark! Customize to get news on your favorite sports and teams.
Price
MLB players likely to be traded by July 31st
Db
10 best WWE matches of 2014 so far
Peyt-593x309
Breaking down NFL MVP odds
Cdn.mse_.psddev
The best GMs in the NFL today
Kliff
Best 40 and under college football coaches

Masai Ujiri accepts Toronto Raptors job

Found May 31, 2013 on Sports-Glory:
PLAYERS: George Karl,  Kenneth Faried,  Andre Iguodala,  Ty Lawson
TEAMS: Denver Nuggets

Just weeks after winning the NBA’s award for executive of the year, Masai Ujiri is leaving the Denver Nuggets for the genal manager position with the Toronto Raptors, reports The Denver Post. Ujiri, 42, spent the past week weighing offers from the Raptors and Nuggets.  He decided Friday 

Original Story: http://sportsglory.com/nba/masai-ujir...
THE BACKYARD
BEST OF MAXIM
RELATED ARTICLES
BACK TO THE SIDELINES?

Clippers interested in Jeff Van Gundy?

Via The NBA Passionista  |  May 30, 2013

Analyst Jeff Van Gundy's return to the coaching ranks could be on the horizon as the Clippers reportedly are interested in him as a replacement for Vinny Del Negro.

Denver Nuggets’ Danilo Gallinari May Be Out Until February

Via The NBA Passionista  |  May 31, 2013
Although, the offseason for the Denver Nuggets has been highlighted by the Masai Ujiri (unneeded) drama, Danilo Gallinari – who fell to an ACL injury before the Western Conference quarterfinals – has been on the forefront of Nuggets’ fans discussions. He was expected to return Jan. 1, but a report from the Denver Post indicates [...]The post Denver Nuggets’ Danilo Gallinari...

JaVale McGee’s got hat problems, people!

Via That NBA Lottery Pick  |  May 30, 2013
It wouldn’t be a week here at That NBA Lottery Pick without a post featuring the thoughts or talents of Denver Nuggets center JaVale McGee. Recently, JaVale decided to create a Vine clip talking about a key issue regarding the team-related hats that he wears during his everyday life. Hint for the world: JaVale just likes the hat!

An Open Letter To The Nuggets’ Ownership From An Impassioned Nuggets Fan

Via The NBA Passionista  |  May 31, 2013
The Apocalypse is here or that’s the way it feel as news spread Masai Ujiri, GM former GM of the Denver Nuggets, made his decision involving to rejoin the Toronto Raptors – he was an assistant GM before accepting the Denver job in 2010 – front office to a tune of $15 million over five [...]The post An Open Letter To The Nuggets’ Ownership From An Impassioned Nuggets Fan appeared...

George Karl Targeted By Clippers, Could Be Angling For Extension With Nuggets

Via RealGM  |  May 30, 2013
The Los Angeles Clippers are internally discussing the possibility of pursuing George Karl for their head coaching vacancy, according to sources. Karl is under contract with the Denver Nuggets with one year remaining. The Nuggets also hold an option that would trigger three additional seasons. Sources say Karl has been eager to discuss an extension with the Nuggets after winning...

Gallinari ACL Surgery Delayed, May Not Return Until Mid-January

Via RealGM  |  May 30, 2013
Danilo Gallinari was scheduled for surgery to repair a torn anterior cruciate ligament, but that procedure has been delayed two weeks because of a setback in his rehab from a torn meniscus. Gallinari underwent surgery on his meniscus four weeks agoGallinari might not return until later in January or maybe even February.

Denver Nuggets: What Are They Thinking Letting Masai Ujiri Leave?

Via HoopStuff  |  June 01, 2013
Denver Nuggets: What Are They Thinking Letting Masai Ujiri Leave? By Mike Elworth: Owner/Hoopstuff File this under the what are they thinking category. The Denver Nuggets, for some reason have allowed the Toronto Raptors to steal away their GM, Masai Ujiri. Ujiri is the reigning Executive of the Year and one of the best executives in the NBA. This is one of the worst decisions in...

Masai Ujiri Leaves Nuggets To Run Basketball Operations For Raptors

Via Beyond The Buzzer  |  May 31, 2013
Nuggets’ GM and 2012-13 NBA Executive of the Year, Masai Ujiri, has left left Denver and accepted the Toronto Raptors’ offer to the team’s basketball operations. According to Adrian Wojnarowski of Yahoo! Sports: Denver Nuggets general manager Masai Ujiri has accepted a five-year, $15 million contract to run the basketball operations of the Toronto Raptors, league sources...

Sources: George Karl's Job Status 'Unsettled'

Via RealGM  |  June 02, 2013
George Karl's status as head coach of the Denver Nuggets has become "unsettled" following the departure of Masai Ujiri and the team's first round loss in the playoffs, according to sources. Karl could begin next season on the hot seat after winning Coach of the Year this season. Karl and the Nuggets have not had discussions about a contract extension. The Los Angeles...

George Karl “Unsettled” By Masai Ujiri’s Departure

Via The NBA Passionista  |  June 02, 2013
The 2012-2013 NBA season was a successful one for the Denver Nuggets despite losing in the first round to the Golden State Warriors; the team had a franchise-best 57 wins along with George Karl being named Coach of the Year and Masai Ujiri being named Executive of the Year. What once was a promising lead [...]The post George Karl “Unsettled” By Masai Ujiri’s Departure appeared...
Nuggets News
Delivered to your inbox
You'll also receive Yardbarker's daily Top 10, featuring the best sports stories from around the web. Customize your newsletter to get articles on your favorite sports and teams. And the best part? It's free!

Today's Best Stuff
For Bloggers

Join the Yardbarker Network for more promotion, traffic, and money.
Company Info
Help
What is Yardbarker?

Yardbarker is the largest network of sports blogs and pro athlete blogs on the web. This site is the hub of the Yardbarker Network, where our editors and algorithms curate the best sports content from our network and beyond.