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Julian Strawther Julian Strawther (back) ruled out Monday vs. CHI
Mon, Nov 17, 2025, 2:14 PM
Denver Nuggets
Julian Strawther (back) is out for Monday's game against the Bulls.
Analysis: Initially questionable for Monday's game, Strawther is officially out. However, his absence coincides with Cameron Johnson's return, so the Nuggets will have the options needed to account for Strawther not playing. He does not impact fantasy basketball when healthy. |
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Cameron Johnson Cameron Johnson (biceps) available Monday vs. CHI
Mon, Nov 17, 2025, 2:10 PM
Denver Nuggets
Cameron Johnson (biceps) is available for Monday's game against the Bulls.
Analysis: Johnson is back after a one-game absence, and he will be in the starting lineup. Tim Hardaway Jr. will head to the bench, where he offers a lower fantasy ceiling. Johnson has struggled to begin his time in Denver and is no longer a must-roster player in 12-team leagues. |
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Nikola Jokic Nikola Joki? (wrist) to play Monday vs. Bulls
Mon, Nov 17, 2025, 2:06 PM
Nikola Joki? (wrist) is available for Monday's game against the Bulls.
Analysis: No surprise here as Joki? is once again good to go despite dealing with a wrist injury. The 30-year-old center is coming off a triple-double in Saturday's win over the Timberwolves. Joki? has a great matchup Monday against the Bulls, which is the second game of a back-to-back for Chicago. |
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Peyton Watson Peyton Watson to start Monday vs. Chicago
Mon, Nov 17, 2025, 1:22 PM
Bennett Durando
Peyton Watson will start Monday's game against the Bulls in place of the injured Christian Braun.
Analysis: Watson, who started Saturday's win over the Timberwolves, will remain in the starting lineup despite Cameron Johnson (biceps) being on track to return after a one-game absence. Watson will fill the void left by Christian Braun, who will miss at least six weeks after spraining his left ankle last week. Tim Hardaway Jr. will come off the bench after starting against Minnesota. |
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Julian Strawther Julian Strawther (back) questionable Monday
Sun, Nov 16, 2025, 12:59 PM
NBA Injury Report
Julian Strawther (back) is questionable for Monday's game against the Bulls.
Analysis: Strawther has appeared on the Nuggets' injury report on multiple occasions due to lower back pain, with this being the most recent instance. Even with Christian Braun (ankle) out for 6-8 weeks, Strawther is unlikely to get the minutes needed to achieve fantasy relevance if he's cleared to play. |
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Cameron Johnson Cameron Johnson (biceps) questionable Monday
Sun, Nov 16, 2025, 12:53 PM
NBA Injury Report
Cameron Johnson (biceps) is questionable for Monday's game against the Bulls.
Analysis: Johnson, who has struggled when available, did not play in Saturday's win over the Timberwolves. Peyton Watson received the starting nod and was productive; he may hold onto the job even if Johnson is deemed healthy enough to play. Given his struggles, Johnson is droppable in 12-team leagues. |
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Nikola Jokic Nikola Joki? (wrist) probable Monday vs. Chicago
Sun, Nov 16, 2025, 12:50 PM
NBA Injury Report
Nikola Joki? (wrist) is probable for Monday's game against the Bulls.
Analysis: Joki? was questionable for Saturday's win over the Timberwolves, and all he did was record a triple-double as part of a complete stat line. The probable tag suggests he'll be good to go for Monday. Look for Joki? to be on the court Monday night in what will be the second game in as many nights for the visiting Bulls. |
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Jamal Murray Jamal Murray tallies 23/6/12/1 line vs. Minnesota
Sun, Nov 16, 2025, 1:32 AM
Jamal Murray recorded a double-double on Saturday with 23 points (9-of-22 FGs), six rebounds, 12 assists, one steal and one three-pointer against the Timberwolves.
Analysis: Murray able to record his second double-double of the season and surpass 20 points for the seventh time this year despite a slow start to the night. He has cooled off after a hot start to the season, but Murray has still been a consistent source of offense for him all year. He set a new season-high for assists in what was Denver's seventh straight win. With a four-game week coming up, expect more strong nights on offense from Murray. |
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Aaron Gordon Aaron Gordon pours in 23/10/1/2/2 line vs. Wolves
Sun, Nov 16, 2025, 1:26 AM
Aaron Gordon lit up the Timberwolves with 23 points (8-of-15 FGs), 10 rebounds, one assist, two steals, two blocks and four three-pointers on Saturday.
Analysis: Gordon has come back down to Earth since his 50-point outburst to open the season, but this ended up being one of his better offensive performances. It was also his first double-double of the year. Gordon has continued to develop his game every season, and his leap as a shooter has allowed him to average a career-high 2.5 three-pointers per game and shoot 88.9 percent from the free throw line thus far. Just two years ago, he hit 0.5 triples per game and shot 65.8 percent from the line. |
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Peyton Watson Peyton Watson scores 12 points, adds three stocks
Sun, Nov 16, 2025, 1:22 AM
Peyton Watson started on Saturday and finished with 12 points (5-of-11 FGs), three rebounds, two steals and one block against the Timberwolves.
Analysis: With Cameron Johnson (ankle) sidelined, Watson was able to join the starting lineup. Watson's streaming appeal comes from his defensive ability, and he was able to provide a taste of that in this game. Johnson's return timeline isn't clear, but as long as he's out, Watson should be in the starting lineup, which gives him some value as a streamer. |
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Tim Hardaway THJ scores 23 points with five triples as starter
Sun, Nov 16, 2025, 1:20 AM
Tim Hardaway Jr. started on Saturday and contributed 23 points (6-of-8 FGs), three rebounds, one assist, one block and five three-pointers against the Timberwolves.
Analysis: With Christian Braun (ankle) set to miss at least six weeks, THJ was able to slide into the starting lineup and take advantage of the larger opportunity. He has been a streaky shooter throughout his career, and his shot was falling in this one. He should remain a starter, and with Nikola Joki? feeding him open looks, THJ should have no problem getting plenty of shots from deep. When they're going in, he's a valuable streaming option. |
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Nikola Jokic Joki? posts 27/12/11 triple-double vs. Wolves
Sun, Nov 16, 2025, 1:16 AM
Nikola Joki? recorded a triple-double on Saturday with 27 points (8-of-15 FGs), 12 rebounds, 11 assists, two steals, one block and three three-pointers in a 123-112 win over the Timberwolves.
Analysis: For the seventh time this season, Joki? was able to finish with a triple-double. He continues to be the best player in fantasy basketball every single night and finds new ways to impact the game. He wasn't able to match his 55-point night from Denver's last game, but this was the seventh straight game he scored at least 25 points. Regardless of his matchup, Joki? should continue to dominate every single night. |
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Nikola Jokic Joki? (wrist) upgraded to available vs. Minnesota
Sat, Nov 15, 2025, 1:15 PM
Denver Nuggets
Nikola Joki? (wrist) is available to play against the Timberwolves on Saturday.
Analysis: Joki? was initially listed as questionable, but he'll be good to go in this one. The injury is to his non-dominant wrist, so it shouldn't be a factor in this game. Joki? had 55 points in his last outing and will look to provide an encore in this one. |
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Cameron Johnson Cameron Johnson (biceps) remains out vs. Wolves
Fri, Nov 14, 2025, 12:55 PM
NBA Injury Report
Cameron Johnson (biceps) has been ruled out against the Timberwolves on Saturday.
Analysis: Johnson exited early from Denver's last game and will remain sidelined on Saturday. Peyton Watson should slide into the starting lineup in his place, though there should be extra minutes for Bruce Brown as well with Christian Braun (ankle) set to miss at least six weeks. |
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Nikola Jokic Joki? (wrist) questionable vs. Minnesota
Fri, Nov 14, 2025, 12:47 PM
NBA Injury Report
Nikola Joki? (wrist) is questionable to play against the Timberwolves on Saturday.
Analysis: Joki? has been on an absolute tear recently, having scored 90 points over his last two games. This is an injury to his non-dominant wrist, but if he ends up missing this game, Jonas Valanciunas should start, with Zeke Nnaji filling out the reserve minutes. |
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Christian Braun Shams: Braun (ankle) to miss at least six weeks
Fri, Nov 14, 2025, 11:56 AM
Shams Charania
ESPN's Shams Charania reports Christian Braun (ankle) will be re-evaluated in six weeks.
Analysis: Braun is dealing with a left ankle sprain. The 24-year-old shooting guard left Wednesday's game against the Clippers with the injury. With Braun set to miss significant time, Tim Hardaway Jr. could move into the starting lineup and should be rostered in most formats going forward. |
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Jamal Murray Jamal Murray posts 15/5/4 stat line vs. Clippers
Wed, Nov 12, 2025, 8:47 PM
Jamal Murray recorded 15 points (5-of-16 FGs, 4-of-4 FTs), five rebounds, four assists, four steals and one three-pointer in the win over the Clippers on Wednesday.
Analysis: Murray didn't shoot the ball well on Wednesday, but was still one of Denver's top scorers on the evening. His biggest contributions came on the defensive end, however, where he logged a season-high in steals. Through the first few weeks of the season, the veteran guard has put up similar averages to what he's produced throughout the last five years. He remains one of the Nuggets' most reliable players. |
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Aaron Gordon Aaron Gordon has 18 points, five rebounds vs. LAC
Wed, Nov 12, 2025, 8:38 PM
Aaron Gordon notched 18 points (6-of-12 FGs, 4-of-4 FTs), five rebounds, one steal and two three-pointers against the Clippers on Wednesday.
Analysis: Gordon had an unspectacular, but somewhat productive night against the Clippers on Wednesday. He was one of four Nuggets players to score in double figures, and he finished tied for second in rebounds. Not much was asked of Gordon on a night in which Nikola Jokic scored 55 points and 18-of-23 shooting. Yet, he finished with decent production from a fantasy basketball standpoint, regardless. A more competitive game on Saturday against the Timberwolves could potentially lead to a more productive game from Gordon. |
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Nikola Jokic Nikola Jokic erupts for 55 points vs. Clippers
Wed, Nov 12, 2025, 8:28 PM
Nikola Jokic added 55 points (18-of-23 FGs, 14-of-16 FTs), 12 rebounds, six assists, one steal, one block and five three-pointers on Wednesday against the Clippers.
Analysis: Jokic wasted no time putting the ball in the basket on Wednesday ??" he set the tone early with 25 first-quarter points and remained efficient the rest of the way before finishing with his first 50-point game of the season. The former Finals MVP punished the Clippers inside and outside the arc, and got to the foul line frequently, as well. He's been tremendous after a slower start to the season, and has Denver performing like a legitimate title contender. |
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Christian Braun Braun (ankle), Johnson (arm) won't return vs. LAC
Wed, Nov 12, 2025, 6:12 PM
Denver Nuggets
Christian Braun (ankle) and Cam Johnson (arm) have been ruled out for the remainder of Wednesday's game against the Clippers.
Analysis: Johnson and Braun both exited the court with injuries during the first half against the Clippers before being ruled out. They were replaced by Tim Hardaway Jr. and Spencer Jones to begin the second half, who could each see upticks in production should either of Barun or Jonson be forced to miss time. |
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