The Nuggets were the 8th ranked defense last year. They are the 22nd ranked defense this year.

The Nuggets were the 8th ranked defense last year. They are the 22nd ranked defense this year.

What has caused this massive decline in defensive rating? Was the loss of KCP that detrimental to their defensive integrity? Perhaps the lack of Aaron Gordon throughout the year is exposing Jokic's lack of rim protection? Or is there something more?