Brief profiles of Western Conference teams

- Following are brief profiles of the 15 teams in the National Basketball Association's (NBA) Western Conference ahead of the 2012-13 season. NORTHWEST DIVISION DENVER NUGGETS Founded: 1967 NBA titles: None Head coach: George Karl 2011-12 record: 38-28; Finished second in division, lost to Los Angeles Lakers in first round of playoffs. The Nuggets are still missing a superstar but have enough athleticism to make the playoffs again. The acquisition of versatile swingman Andre Iguodala should be a big help. Playmaker Ty Lawson is the top returning scorer but the Nuggets need shooters. ...