The Denver Nuggets 2006-07 featured a balanced attack built around Carmelo Anthony’s scoring and Allen Iverson’s scoring and playmaking after joining the team, giving the offense two elite shot creators. Marcus Camby provided outstanding rebounding and interior defense, while Nene and Eduardo Najera strengthened the frontcourt with efficient scoring and physical play. The statistical profile reflects a team driven by offensive firepower, strong rebounding, and impactful rim protection.
Isolation-heavy scoring forward anchoring Denver’s half-court offense; he relentlessly attacked mismatches from the mid-post and elbows, finishing the season with 28.9 PPG while earning All-NBA recognition as the clear offensive centerpiece.
All-Star 2007, All-NBA Third Team 2007, MVP Voting 15th (2007)
Allen Iverson
Starter/Star [1.1]
42.4
High [1.2]
24.8
3.0
7.2
2.0
97.7
Ball-dominant attacking guard who pushed Denver’s tempo and constantly pressured defenses off the dribble; alongside Melo he formed a high-usage backcourt duo while still orchestrating offense with 7.2 assists per game.
All-Star 2007
Marcus Camby
Starter/Star [1.1]
33.8
Medium [1.1]
11.2
11.7
3.2
4.5
73.1
Defensive anchor controlling the paint with elite timing and length; Camby dominated the glass and erased shots at the rim, leading the league in blocks and capturing Defensive Player of the Year.
Defensive Player of the Year 2007, All-Defensive First Team 2007
Andre Miller
Starter/Star [1.1]
35.7
Medium [1.1]
13.0
4.5
9.1
1.8
68.4
Methodical floor general who stabilized Denver’s offense with patient half-court play; Miller controlled tempo and delivered one of the league’s better assist rates during his stint with the Nuggets.
Nenê
Key Contributor [1.05]
26.8
Medium [1.1]
12.2
7.0
1.2
1.9
51.5
Physical interior finisher whose strength and mobility created efficient scoring near the rim; he paired strong rebounding with reliable interior defense as a key frontcourt presence.
Earl Boykins
Key Contributor [1.05]
28.3
Medium [1.1]
15.2
2.0
4.3
0.9
51.0
Change-of-pace scoring guard off the bench who thrived attacking gaps and launching quick pull-ups; his speed and shooting gave Denver instant offense with 15.2 PPG in reserve minutes.
J.R. Smith
Key Contributor [1.05]
23.3
Medium [1.1]
13.0
2.3
1.4
0.9
40.7
High-variance perimeter scorer whose deep shooting range stretched defenses; Smith leaned heavily on three-point attempts while flashing explosive scoring bursts in Denver’s rotation.
Sixth Man of the Year Voting 14th (2007), Rising Stars Challenge 2007
Steve Blake
Key Contributor [1.05]
33.5
Low [1.0]
8.3
2.5
6.6
1.1
38.9
Pass-first guard who focused on organizing sets and spacing the floor; Blake kept the offense flowing with steady ball movement and reliable perimeter shooting.
Reggie Evans
Key Contributor [1.05]
17.1
Low [1.0]
4.9
7.0
0.7
0.8
28.1
Rebounding specialist whose physicality showed up on the offensive glass; Evans carved out minutes through hustle plays and relentless board work rather than scoring.
Eduardo Nájera
Key Contributor [1.05]
22.1
Low [1.0]
6.6
4.1
0.9
1.3
27.9
Energy forward providing defensive versatility and hustle; Nájera frequently battled larger players inside while knocking down efficient looks around the rim.
Linas Kleiza
Key Contributor [1.05]
18.8
Low [1.0]
7.6
3.4
0.6
0.6
25.6
Young scoring forward bringing aggressive drives and spot-up shooting to the second unit; Kleiza’s physical style helped him carve out a reliable bench scoring role.
Joe Smith
Bench [1.0]
13.5
Low [1.0]
5.1
3.6
0.3
1.1
20.2
Veteran big supplying short-minute interior depth, contributing mid-range scoring and occasional rim protection when called upon.
Kenyon Martin
Starter/Star [1.1]
31.5
Low [1.0]
9.5
10.0
0.5
0.0
44.0
Physical defensive forward who battled injuries that limited his season, but when available he still provided rebounding strength and interior toughness.
Yakhouba Diawara
Bench [1.0]
18.4
Low [1.0]
4.4
1.7
0.9
0.6
15.2
Defensive-minded wing used primarily for perimeter containment; Diawara’s role centered on guarding opposing scorers while spacing the floor from the corners.
DerMarr Johnson
Bench [1.0]
10.7
Low [1.0]
3.5
1.5
0.4
0.7
12.2
Reserve wing whose minutes came in small scoring bursts and spot defensive assignments along the perimeter.
Julius Hodge
Bench [1.0]
9.3
Low [1.0]
1.5
0.8
2.5
0.8
11.2
Rookie guard seeing limited action but flashing playmaking instincts when given short opportunities in the rotation.
Rookie Season 2007
Jamal Sampson
Bench [1.0]
5.7
Low [1.0]
1.1
2.2
0.2
0.4
7.8
End-of-rotation center whose role focused on rebounding and interior size during brief frontcourt appearances.
Anthony Carter
Bench [1.0]
18.5
Low [1.0]
3.0
1.5
5.5
0.5
21.0
Pass-first backup point guard whose primary responsibility was running the offense and creating shots for teammates in limited appearances.
TEAM TOTALS
105.4
43.4
23.4
13.6
Denver’s regular-season identity revolved around explosive perimeter scoring from Anthony and Iverson, supported by Camby’s elite rim protection and a deep rotation supplying rebounding and secondary playmaking.
Primary half-court scorer who carried Denver’s playoff offense through isolation and mid-post creation; Anthony mixed physical drives with confident three-point shooting, averaging 26.8 points and often serving as the late-clock option against San Antonio’s defense.
All-Star 2007, All-NBA Third Team 2007
Allen Iverson
Starter/Star [1.1]
44.6
High [1.2]
22.8
0.6
5.8
1.4
80.3
Ball-dominant attacking guard who relentlessly pushed pace and tried to break down the Spurs’ defense off the dribble; Iverson handled heavy playoff creation duties, producing both scoring bursts and playmaking despite tough defensive pressure.
All-Star 2007
Marcus Camby
Starter/Star [1.1]
36.8
Medium [1.1]
7.6
14.8
2.0
4.0
68.9
Defensive backbone of Denver’s frontcourt, Camby patrolled the paint with elite timing, piling up rebounds and blocks while anchoring the team’s rim protection throughout the series.
Defensive Player of the Year 2007, All-Defensive First Team 2007
Nenê
Starter/Star [1.1]
35.8
Medium [1.1]
15.2
7.8
2.4
1.2
64.9
Interior finisher who attacked the rim with strength and efficiency; Nenê consistently converted inside and battled physically on the glass, giving Denver a reliable scoring option in the paint during the series.
Steve Blake
Starter/Star [1.1]
36.0
Medium [1.1]
7.2
2.4
4.6
0.6
35.3
Pass-first point guard whose role centered on spacing the floor and organizing sets; Blake knocked down timely perimeter shots while keeping the ball moving between Denver’s star scorers.
J.R. Smith
Bench [1.0]
11.8
Medium [1.1]
4.5
2.3
0.5
1.3
18.9
Instant-offense wing off the bench who hunted perimeter looks and transition chances; Smith’s minutes were inconsistent but he still flashed the shot-making aggression that defined his scoring role.
Rising Stars Challenge 2007
Eduardo Nájera
Key Contributor [1.05]
19.2
Low [1.0]
1.8
5.6
0.4
0.6
17.6
Energy forward tasked with rebounding and physical interior defense; Nájera focused on hustle plays and battling bigger bodies rather than scoring.
Anthony Carter
Bench [1.0]
14.0
Low [1.0]
8.0
1.0
2.0
0.0
22.0
Backup point guard who briefly provided efficient offensive minutes, attacking open lanes and facilitating the offense during limited playing time.
Linas Kleiza
Bench [1.0]
13.2
Low [1.0]
1.6
1.6
0.4
0.0
7.2
Young reserve forward used primarily for depth minutes, spacing the floor and crashing the boards in short rotational appearances.
Yakhouba Diawara
Bench [1.0]
1.0
Low [1.0]
0.0
0.0
0.0
0.0
0.0
Defensive-minded wing who appeared only briefly in the playoff rotation, used situationally for perimeter defense.
TEAM TOTALS
88.2
43.4
17.6
9.8
Denver’s playoff approach leaned heavily on the high-usage scoring tandem of Anthony and Iverson while Camby controlled the defensive glass; the offense often relied on isolation scoring against a disciplined San Antonio defense.
