Nuggets Lock Down Breakout Guard Christian Braun with $125M Extension

In a move to solidify their young core, the Denver Nuggets have agreed to a 5-year, $125 million contract extension with shooting guard Christian Braun. The 24-year-old Braun is coming off a breakout sophomore season with the Nuggets, where he transitioned into the starting lineup and averaged 15.4 points and 5.2 rebounds per game.

Known for his relentless defense and hustle, Braun has become an integral part of the Nuggets' rotation, seamlessly fitting in alongside stars like Nikola Jokic, Jamal Murray, and Aaron Gordon. His new hairstyle, a buzz cut, has become a signature look as he continues to make his mark in the NBA.

Braun was originally drafted 21st overall by the Nuggets in 2022 after a successful college career at Kansas, where he won a national championship. He then played a key role in helping the Nuggets reach the second round of the playoffs last season, averaging 12.6 points and 6.4 rebounds in the postseason.

With Braun's extension, the Nuggets have solidified their roster as they look to make a deep playoff run and potentially capture their first NBA championship this season. The team has undergone some changes, including the additions of Cam Johnson and Jonas Valanciunas, as they aim to build on their success and challenge for the title.