* A player who helped the Denver Nuggets win the championship is now trying to get a spot on the New York Knicks team. He used to be a big player, but now he has to try his best to show he's good enough to play.
* This player thinks the new rules in the NBA make it harder for players who aren't the biggest stars. It's like it's harder for the "middle" players to get good jobs and contracts, even if they play well.
* Because of these new rules, teams have to be very careful about how much money they spend. This makes it tough for experienced players like him to find guaranteed spots on teams, even after winning a championship.