The Second Apron's Unyielding Grip on the NBA The Denver Nuggets' decision to trade Peyton Watson was hardly a surprise, given their precarious financial situation and the looming specter of the luxury tax.
Their willingness to part with the young restricted free agent at speed underscores how even teams hovering just above the second apron are vulnerable to its restrictive powers.
The Nuggets' predicament serves as a microcosm for the broader challenges facing NBA franchises.