The Denver Nuggets have signed guard Christian Braun to a five-year, $125 million rookie extension, according to his agent. Braun, 24, had a standout season, averaging 15.4 points, 5.2 rebounds, 2.6 assists, and 1.1 steals, and started 77 of 79 games, significantly increasing his role from previous seasons. He set career highs with a 58% field goal percentage and nearly 40% three-point shooting. Braun has also played in 45 playoff games and contributed to the Nuggets' 2023 championship victory, averaging 12.6 points, 6.4 rebounds, and 2.4 assists in the postseason. The Nuggets finished the regular season with a 50-32 record, securing the fourth seed in the Western Conference before being eliminated in the second round by the Oklahoma City Thunder.