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Julian Strawther Julian Strawther (toe) probable vs. Oklahoma City
Thu, Feb 26, 2026, 11:54 AM
NBA Injury Report
Julian Strawther (toe) is probable for Friday's game against the Thunder.
Analysis: Strawther was also probable ahead of Wednesday's win over the Celtics, a game that he started and logged 26 minutes. He should take on a similar workload against the Thunder, but there may be a few more touches available if Jamal Murray (illness) can't go. |
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Jamal Murray Jamal Murray (illness) questionable vs. OKC
Thu, Feb 26, 2026, 11:53 AM
NBA Injury Report
Jamal Murray (illness) is questionable to play against the Thunder on Friday.
Analysis: Murray exited just a few minutes into Wednesday's game due to this illness and could remain sidelined for another game. Jalen Pickett (knee) is also questionable, though he typically starts at point guard when Murray is out. KJ Simpson played 14 minutes off the bench in their last game and could get the nod if both Murray and Pickett are sidelined. |
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Tim Hardaway Tim Hardaway Jr. scores 14 points vs. Boston
Wed, Feb 25, 2026, 6:31 PM
Tim Hardaway Jr. accounted for 14 points (5-of-9 FGs, 3-of-5 FGs), four rebounds, four assists and one three-pointer in Wednesday's win over the Celtics.
Analysis: Mainly a player who's only worth a look for category league managers needing three-pointers, Hardaway has reached double figures in six of his last eight appearances. Wednesday's production included solid rebound and assist totals, with THJ being one of the players asked to do a bit more when Jamal Murray (illness) did not return for the second half. Unfortunately, that has not been the norm for Hardaway this season. The only way anything changes regarding his short-term fantasy outlook is if Murray misses additional time. |
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Nikola Jokic Nikola Joki? posts 30/12/6 stat line vs. Boston
Wed, Feb 25, 2026, 6:31 PM
Nikola Joki? finished Wednesday's win over the Celtics with 30 points (11-of-28 FGs, 4-of-7 FTs), 12 rebounds, six assists and four three-pointers.
Analysis: Joki? wasn't as efficient as he could be on Wednesday, but he still recorded a 30-point double-double. The Nuggets center, who has continued to play through multiple injuries, remains the top-ranked player in category leagues, regardless of format. The Nuggets play two more games in Week 18, starting with Friday's game against the Thunder. |
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Jamal Murray Jamal Murray (illness) will not return vs. Boston
Wed, Feb 25, 2026, 5:31 PM
Jamal Murray (illness) will not return to Wednesday's game against the Celtics.
Analysis: While Murray was on the Nuggets' pregame injury report with a hamstring issue, the guard arrived at the arena for Wednesday's game dealing with an illness. He tried to gut it out but had to exit during the second quarter and has now been ruled out for the rest of the night. Bruce Brown entered the lineup to begin the third quarter. Murray finished with two points and one assist in eight minutes. |
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Julian Strawther Julian Strawther (toe) upgraded to available
Wed, Feb 25, 2026, 3:09 PM
Denver Nuggets
Julian Strawther (toe) is available for Wednesday's game against the Celtics.
Analysis: Strawther, who has started Denver's last six games, is available despite dealing with a strained left great toe. He'll get another start and is worth streaming in deep leagues while the Nuggets await the returns of Aaron Gordon and Peyton Watson. |
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Jamal Murray Jamal Murray (hamstring) upgraded to available
Wed, Feb 25, 2026, 3:07 PM
Denver Nuggets
Jamal Murray (hamstring) is available for Wednesday's game against the Celtics.
Analysis: Murray was initially probable for Wednesday's game, so the status upgrade is unsurprising. He'll take on his usual role as the Nuggets' starting point guard. |
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Julian Strawther Julian Strawther (toe) probable vs. Boston
Tue, Feb 24, 2026, 12:52 PM
NBA Injury Report
Julian Strawther (toe) is probable for Wednesday's game against the Celtics.
Analysis: Strawther is dealing with a strained left great toe, but he is listed as probable for Wednesday's game. He has started Denver's last six games in place of the injured Peyton Watson, providing solid deep-league streaming value during this stretch. |
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Jamal Murray Jamal Murray (hamstring) probable vs. Boston
Tue, Feb 24, 2026, 12:49 PM
NBA Injury Report
Jamal Murray (hamstring) is probable for Wednesday's game against the Celtics.
Analysis: Murray is back on the Nuggets' injury report due to tightness in his right hamstring, but he is listed as probable. Fantasy managers should assume that he will play, as the Nuggets' guard has not missed a game since January 23. |
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Nikola Jokic Nikola Joki? has 35/20/12 line in loss to Warriors
Sun, Feb 22, 2026, 12:17 PM
Nikola Joki? had 35 points (11-of-21 FGs, 10-of-11 FTs), 20 rebounds, 12 assists, three steals, two blocks and three three-pointers in Sunday's loss to the Warriors.
Analysis: Joki? had five turnovers, but otherwise completely dominated this game from a fantasy perspective. He had a triple-double with 35 points and 20 rebounds in addition to three steals and two blocks on the defensive end. Joki? appeared at full strength as he played 36 minutes on Sunday. The Nuggets have three games upcoming in Week 18, starting with a matchup against the Celtics on Wednesday. |
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Jamal Murray Jamal Murray (hamstring) available vs. GSW
Sun, Feb 22, 2026, 8:37 AM
Denver Nuggets
Jamal Murray (hamstring) is available to play against the Warriors on Sunday.
Analysis: Murray was initially questionable for this game, but he'll be good to go. He played through the hamstring injury on Friday as well and scored 25 points with six three-pointers. Murray should occupy his typical workload, which has led to tons of production this season. |
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Jamal Murray Jamal Murray (hamstring) questionable vs. GSW
Sat, Feb 21, 2026, 1:53 PM
NBA Injury Report
Jamal Murray (hamstring) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Warriors.
Analysis: Murray was also questionable ahead of Friday's game against the Trail Blazers with tightness in his right hamstring. He logged 25 minutes, with the playing time affected by Denver's franchise-record 54-point win. With Jalen Pickett (knee) already ruled out, even more of the playmaking responsibilities may fall upon Nikola Joki?'s shoulders if Murray sits. |
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Julian Strawther Julian Strawther has 19 points in win over Blazers
Fri, Feb 20, 2026, 7:06 PM
Julian Strawther finished Friday's win over the Trail Blazers with 19 points (9-of-16 FGs), six rebounds, four assists, one steal and one three-pointer.
Analysis: Several Nuggets players performed well in their 54-point win over the Trail Blazers on Friday, including Strawther, who was one of seven players on Denver to score in double figures. Quietly, Friday's contest marked the seventh straight game that Strawther has scored at least 10 points. His three-point production has fluctuated, but that hasn't stopped him from making positive contributions on that end of the floor. He'll have a chance to extend his streak to eight games on Sunday against the Warriors. |
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Jamal Murray Jamal Murray puts up 25 points in win over Blazers
Fri, Feb 20, 2026, 6:55 PM
Jamal Murray tallied 25 points (6-of-12 FGs, 7-of-7 FTs), six rebounds, six assists, one steal and six three-pointers in Friday's win over the Trail Blazers.
Analysis: All of Murray's shot attempts came from beyond the arc in Friday's contest, accounting for two-thirds of his scoring; the other third came from the charity stripe. He was one of two Nuggets players to score in double figures and one of three to notch at least six assists. Murray's time on the floor was limited to 25 minutes, thanks to the large margin Denver led by in the second half. Still, he made the most of his minutes and provided good fantasy production. |
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Nikola Jokic Nikola Joki? logs 32/9/7 line in win over Portland
Fri, Feb 20, 2026, 6:46 PM
Nikola Joki? tallied 32 points (10-of-15 FGs, 9-of-11 FTs), nine rebounds, seven assists, four steals and three three-pointers in the win over the Trail Blazers on Friday.
Analysis: Despite Friday's contest coming on the second night of a back-to-back, Joki? performed more like his usual self than he did on Thursday. The three-time MVP shot efficiently and tallied more points than he did minutes. He cut back on his turnovers, contributed as a rebounder and passer, per usual, and even led Denver in steals. Limited minutes were the only thing to get in Joki?'s way on Friday. |
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Jamal Murray Jamal Murray (hamstring) upgraded to available
Fri, Feb 20, 2026, 3:04 PM
NBA Injury Report
Jamal Murray (hamstring) is available for Friday's game against the Trail Blazers.
Analysis: Murray is good to go after being listed as questionable on the initial injury report. He'll take on his usual responsibilities as the Nuggets' starting point guard. |
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Jamal Murray Jamal Murray (hamstring) questionable vs. Portland
Fri, Feb 20, 2026, 10:18 AM
NBA Injury Report
Jamal Murray (hamstring) is questionable for Friday's game against the Trail Blazers.
Analysis: Murray logged 35 minutes in Thursday's one-point loss to the Clippers, and he's questionable for Friday's game due to tightness in his right hamstring. If the Nuggets have to go without their All-Star point guard, Jalen Pickett is the most likely replacement in the starting lineup. |
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Bruce Brown Bruce Brown scores 19 points in loss to Clippers
Thu, Feb 19, 2026, 8:09 PM
Bruce Brown amassed 19 points (6-of-9 FGs, 4-of-7 FTs), five rebounds, six assists and three three-pointers in Thursday's loss to the Clippers.
Analysis: Bruce Brown tied a season-high in points on Thursday thanks to a sensational first half of basketball, when he scored 17 points on 6-of-8 shooting with three triples. He cooled down considerably after halftime but still finished as one of Denver's top scorers on the evening. His facilitation was also impressive and important for Denver in his 25 minutes of game action. Brown isn't a needle-mover in fantasy leagues or someone fantasy managers should be looking to add immediately, but he's capable of having some productive nights. |
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Jamal Murray Jamal Murray adds 20/8/8/2/1 line is loss to LAC
Thu, Feb 19, 2026, 7:58 PM
Jamal Murray recorded 20 points (5-of-15 FGs, 8-of-10 FTs), eight rebounds, eight assists, two steals, one block and two three-pointers in Thursday's loss to the Clippers.
Analysis: Murray had his highs and lows throughout Thursday's contest, with his clutch scoring down the stretch to give the Nuggets a chance, ultimately getting overshadowed by a game-tying missed free throw with under 1.0 second remaining in the game. Despite some inefficient shooting, he was one of two Denver players to score at least 20 points, and his work on the glass and as a facilitator led to a pretty strong fantasy performance. |
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Nikola Jokic Nikola Joki? has 22/17/6 line in loss to Clippers
Thu, Feb 19, 2026, 7:48 PM
Nikola Joki? finished Thursday's loss to the Clippers with 22 points (9-of-22 FGs, 4-of-7 FTs), 17 rebounds and six assists.
Analysis: Joki? posted a good stat line on Thursday, but it was a bit of a rollercoaster ride to reach his final numbers. The former Finals MVP missed all six of his three-point attempts en route to finishing with one of his least efficient shooting performances of the season. He also committed six turnovers in his 36 minutes of game action. Still, he flirted with a 20-point, 20-rebound game and almost led Denver to a win. He'll take the floor again on Friday against the Trail Blazers. |
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