WORTH TALKING ABOUT Houston and Portland first-round picks There is no guarantee the Nuggets are going to receive either pick, though the likelihood is Denver could receive both or one this year. With five players still on rookie contracts and a potential lottery pick in June, moving one or both of these for a future pick or veteran player could be healthy for the future. J.J. Hickson For a quick fix, Hickson has value with an expiring contract while possessing an ability teams desire: He can rebound.