Andersen Doesn't Want To Leave Nuggets

Nuggets forward Chris Andersen has made it clear that he hopes to re-sign with the club.

Andersen, coming off a two-year ban due to drug problems, was given a chance by Denver this season.

"Re-signing me," Andersen said when asked about the team's next step.

He made just $998,398 this year.

"What better place to play than at home?" Andersen said. "I love this city, I love this state. I appreciate everybody in the whole town for backing us and helping us prove others wrong."

Andersen is expected to earn a multiyear year in the neighborhood of the $5.585 mid-level exception.