The Nuggets have traded 27-year old center Steven Hunter and a first round pick in the 2010 NBA Draft for a future second round pick. The reason for this move is that it will save the Nuggets $7.4 million bucks due to the luxury tax. Hunter didn’t play at all last season for the Nuggets as he had some serious knee problems. He played in 19 games (2 starts) in his two years with the Nuggets and he averaged 6.3 minutes, 2.1 points and 1.5 rebounds per game. This was a smart move for the Nuggets despite the fact that they had to give up a first round pick.