Jameer Nelson planning to opt out of $2.85M deal with Nuggets

Denver Nuggets guard Jameer Nelson is planning to opt out of his $2.85 million player option for the 2015-16 season to enter free agency, according to league sources.

Nelson has not yet informed Nuggets officials of his final decision, but both sides have held discussions recently under the premise that the six-foot guard will enter the free-agent market and potentially continue negotiations with the team.

Nelson has until June 29 to inform the Nuggets.