Nuggets Rookie DaRon Holmes II Out for Season After Achilles Tear

The 22nd overall pick sustained the injury during his Summer League debut, sidelining him for the entire 2024-25 NBA season.

Holmes suffered the injury in the fourth quarter of Denver's Summer League opener against the Clippers.
He recorded 11 points, seven rebounds, and three successful three-pointers before the injury.
Holmes was expected to be a key frontcourt reserve for the Nuggets this season.
Denver traded up to draft Holmes, highlighting his potential value to the team.
The injury leaves a gap in the Nuggets' depth, especially behind MVP Nikola Jokić.