Steve Novak was released by the Nuggets Friday, Shams Charania of the Vertical reports.

Novak was released by the Nuggets Friday, Shams Charania of the Vertical reports.

Analysis:

Novak was just traded to the Nuggets at Thursday's deadline, but will now be released. Novak appeared in just seven games for the Thunder this season and never carved out a distinct role on the team. He will, however, be playoff eligible after he clears waivers, should a team decide to sign Novak later this season.