In the Summer of 2010, rumors began to emerge in Denver that star forward Carmelo Anthony wanted a trade to New York.
That same Summer, the organisation signed then 12-year NBA veteran forward Al Harrington as a free agent on a multi-year deal.
Initially, the deal was seen as one that would bolster the Nuggets bench. Harrington was a guy that could be inserted into a game and offer up an immediate scoring punch, while also providing rebounds and a veteran voice. However, as the whispers of a potential Carmelo Anthony trade became more like shouts, Harrington’s role on the team evolved from key bench player to potential replacement in the starting line-up should any trade occur.