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Christian Braun Christian Braun scores 20 points vs. Cleveland
Mon, Feb 9, 2026, 6:51 PM
Christian Braun lit up the Cavaliers with 20 points (7-of-13 FGs), five rebounds, two assists and four three-pointers on Monday.
Analysis: Braun hasn't been available often this season, and when he has, he hasn't been productive as of late. This was the first time he has scored 20 points in a game in over three months, which is a sign of hope for fantasy managers. It has been a disappointing season for him, but this could help him get back on track. He'll look to carry some of this production over into Wednesday's game against the Grizzlies. |
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Nikola Jokic Nikola Joki? tallies 22/14/11 triple-double
Mon, Feb 9, 2026, 6:48 PM
Nikola Joki? recorded a triple-double on Monday with 22 points (6-of-12 FGs, 10-of-12 FTs), 14 rebounds, 11 assists, two steals, one block and six turnovers in a 119-117 loss to the Cavaliers on Monday.
Analysis: Joki? wasn't able to do enough for Denver to get the win, but he was able to record his third straight triple-double. Despite a lengthy absence, Joki? has been able to pick up where he left off over these last six games. He's back to playing his usual minutes, and he should continue to be the best player in fantasy basketball. They'll host the Grizzlies on Wednesday in their final game before the All-Star break. |
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Julian Strawther Julian Strawther scores 20 points as starter
Mon, Feb 9, 2026, 6:42 PM
Julian Strawther finished with 20 points (8-of-16 FGs), six rebounds and two three-pointers against the Cavaliers on Monday.
Analysis: Strawther started a second straight game for Denver with Spencer Jones sidelined with a concussion. After scored 19 points in the first start, Jones surpassed that mark and matched his season high for scoring, which he set in his other start this year. In just three starts, Strawther has averaged 19.7 points per game. If Jones remains out against the Grizzlies on Wednesday, Strawther should hold value as a streamer. |
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Christian Braun Christian Braun (ankle) upgraded to available
Mon, Feb 9, 2026, 2:07 PM
NBA Injury Report
Christian Braun (ankle) is available for Monday's game against the Cavaliers.
Analysis: Braun is good to go after initially being listed as probable for Monday's game. After playing 32 minutes in Saturday's win over the Bulls, the Nuggets' guard will likely take on a similar workload against the Cavaliers. |
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Nikola Jokic Nikola Joki? (ankle) available vs. Cleveland
Mon, Feb 9, 2026, 2:04 PM
Denver Nuggets
Nikola Joki? (ankle) is available to play against the Cavaliers on Monday.
Analysis: Joki? was initially listed as probable, and he's now officially good to go against Cleveland. He has recorded a triple-double in two straight games and will look to keep that streak going in this outing. |
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Jamal Murray Jamal Murray (hip) upgraded to available vs. CLE
Mon, Feb 9, 2026, 2:04 PM
NBA Injury Report
Jamal Murray (hip) is available for Monday's game against the Cavaliers.
Analysis: Initially questionable for Monday's game, Murray is available and will occupy his usual place within the Nuggets' starting lineup. Jalen Pickett misses out on a potential spot start that would have raised his fantasy ceiling. |
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Jamal Murray Jamal Murray (hip) questionable vs. Cleveland
Sun, Feb 8, 2026, 3:06 PM
NBA Injury Report
Jamal Murray (hip) is questionable for Monday's game against the Cavaliers.
Analysis: Murray is dealing with inflammation in his left hip, which caused him to leave Saturday's win over the Bulls with just over four minutes remaining in the fourth quarter. If he's unable to play against the Cavaliers, Jalen Pickett will likely return to the starting lineup. |
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Nikola Jokic Nikola Joki? (ankle) probable vs. Cleveland
Sun, Feb 8, 2026, 2:53 PM
NBA Injury Report
Nikola Joki? (ankle) is probable for Monday's game against the Cavaliers.
Analysis: Joki?, who sprained his left ankle during Wednesday's loss to the Knicks, logged 33 minutes in Saturday's win over the Bulls and recorded a triple-double. Given the probable tag, fantasy managers should operate under the assumption that the three-time league MVP will play. |
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Christian Braun Christian Braun (ankle) probable vs. Cleveland
Sun, Feb 8, 2026, 2:48 PM
NBA Injury Report
Christian Braun (ankle) is probable for Monday's game against the Cavaliers.
Analysis: Braun was also listed as probable ahead of Saturday's win over the Bulls, a game in which he started and logged 32 minutes. Look for him to take on a similar workload against the Cavaliers if cleared. |
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Cameron Johnson Cam Johnson has 14/4/1 line in return from injury
Sat, Feb 7, 2026, 4:54 PM
Cameron Johnson had 14 points (6-of-9 FGs), four rebounds, one assist and two three-pointers in Saturday's win over the Bulls.
Analysis: Johnson played and started for the first time since December 23, with Spencer Jones moving to the bench. The 29-year-old small forward was efficient with 14 points on nine field goal attempts. Johnson will have to look to be more aggressive in the future as Julian Strawther and Tim Hardaway took more shots and outscored him on Saturday. |
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Jamal Murray Jamal Murray has 28 points, confident hip is okay
Sat, Feb 7, 2026, 4:52 PM
Jamal Murray had 28 points (11-of-18 FGs, 2-of-2 FTs), three rebounds, 11 assists and four three-pointers in Saturday's win over the Bulls.
Analysis: Murray was in visible discomfort and headed to the locker room with four minutes left in regulation with a hip injury. Nuggets coach David Adelman told reporters after the game that he checked in with Murray and the 28-year-old point guard is confident that he's okay. That's great news as Murray has provided second-round per game value over the last two weeks, according to Basketball Monster. The Nuggets have four games upcoming in Week 17, starting with a Monday game against the Cavaliers at home. |
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Nikola Jokic Joki? moves into second place in triple-doubles
Sat, Feb 7, 2026, 4:34 PM
Nikola Joki? had 22 points (7-of-12 FGs, 6-of-6 FTs), 14 rebounds, 17 assists, one steal, four blocks and two three-pointers in the Nuggets' 136-120 victory over the Bulls on Saturday.
Analysis: Joki? passed the great Oscar Robertson with his 182nd triple-double, moving into second place on the all-time list. The 30-year-old center also recorded his 1,000th career steal in Saturday's win over the Bulls. Joki? had one of the best games of the season and accomplished it while playing at seemingly less than 100 percent because of an ankle injury. Despite the injuries, Joki? has come back and provided first-round per game value over the last two weeks, according to Basketball Monster. The Nuggets have four games upcoming in Week 17, starting with a matchup against the Cavaliers on Monday. |
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Cameron Johnson DEN starts Murray, Strawther, Braun, Cam, Joki?
Sat, Feb 7, 2026, 1:38 PM
NBA Lineups
Jamal Murray, Julian Strawther, Christian Braun, Cameron Johnson and Nikola Joki? will start Saturday's game against the Bulls.
Analysis: Johnson is back in the lineup for the first time since December 23, and the decision to start him means that Spencer Jones will come off the bench. While his minutes will be restricted, Chicago's defensive struggles could benefit Johnson. The other change to the lineup is Strawther, who steps in for the injured Peyton Watson. |
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Christian Braun Christian Braun (ankle) upgraded to available
Sat, Feb 7, 2026, 1:08 PM
NBA Injury Report
Christian Braun (ankle) is available for Saturday's game against the Bulls.
Analysis: Braun was initially probable for Saturday's game, so the status upgrade was expected. He'll take on his usual role within the Nuggets' starting lineup. While Braun's production has not been what fantasy managers hoped for, his ceiling may be raised due to Peyton Watson's absence. |
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Nikola Jokic Nikola Joki? (ankle) upgraded to available
Sat, Feb 7, 2026, 1:04 PM
NBA Injury Report
Nikola Joki? (ankle) is available for Saturday's game against the Bulls.
Analysis: Joki? is good to go after appearing to tweak his left ankle during Wednesday's loss to the Knicks. He'll take on his usual role as the Nuggets' offensive focal point, and while there may be a minutes restriction, the three-time MVP has blown past his limit in the last two games. |
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Cameron Johnson Cameron Johnson (knee) available Saturday vs. CHI
Sat, Feb 7, 2026, 1:03 PM
Cameron Johnson (knee) is available for Saturday's game against the Bulls.
Analysis: Johnson has been sidelined with a knee injury since December 23. The 29-year-old small forward is usable in fantasy if he returns to the starting lineup, but if he's coming off the bench a wait-and-see approach might make more sense for fantasy managers. |
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Nikola Jokic Nikola Joki? (ankle) questionable Saturday vs. CHI
Fri, Feb 6, 2026, 12:05 PM
NBA Injury Report
Nikola Joki? (ankle) is questionable to play against the Bulls on Saturday.
Analysis: Joki?'s injury came in the opening quarter of Wednesday's game against the Knicks, when he appeared to tweak his ankle. He returned to the game and scored a triple-double in the loss, but it is now uncertain to take the floor against the Bulls. He's one of the most productive players in NBA history; his fantasy value will be hard to replace if unable to suit up on Saturday. |
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Cameron Johnson Cameron Johnson (knee) questionable vs. Bulls
Fri, Feb 6, 2026, 11:57 AM
NBA Injury Report
Cameron Johnson (knee) is listed as questionable ahead of Saturday's game against the Bulls.
Analysis: Johnson's upgrade to questionable signals a return to the floor is not far away. The first-year Nuggets forward was injured on December 23 against the Mavericks and has not played in any of Denver's 23 games since. He's had an up-and-down season, but he was playing better before the latest injury. Should Johnson return, it'll likely be to the starting lineup, where he'll have a chance to pick up where he left off. |
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Christian Braun Christian Braun (ankle) probable vs. Chicago
Fri, Feb 6, 2026, 11:42 AM
NBA Injury Report
Christian Braun (ankle) is probable for Saturday's game against the Bulls.
Analysis: Braun returned from injury on February 3 against the Pistons, before taking the floor a second time the next day against the Knicks. Even on the second game of a back-to-back after a long injury layoff, Braun logged 43 minutes in the overtime loss, indicating that his health may not hold him back much going forward. His status ahead of Saturday's game in Chicago suggests he'll be available to help the Nuggets try to end a three-game skid. |
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Peyton Watson Peyton Watson (hamstring) out at least four weeks
Fri, Feb 6, 2026, 7:42 AM
NBA Injury Report
NBA Insider Chris B. Haynes reports that Peyton Watson (hamstring) will be re-evaluated in four weeks.
Analysis: The Nuggets can't catch a break this season, as another key player will miss extended time. Watson sustained a right hamstring strain, and he won't return until the first week of March at the earliest. Spencer Jones (head), Bruce Brown and Tim Hardaway Jr. could all be in line for extended run until Watson returns. |
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