Denver Nuggets

The Houston Rockets (40-24) visit the Denver Nuggets (39-26) on Wednesday at 10 p.m. ET in a matchup that could tighten the Western Conference playoff race. Houston holds a half-game lead over the Los Angeles Lakers and Minnesota Timberwolves for third place, while Denver trails by 1.5 games. A Nuggets victory combined with a Timberwolves loss would leave four teams separated by just a half game.

08 de março de 2026 Reportado por IA

Denver Nuggets forward Cam Johnson has faced challenges in his performance since joining the team from the Brooklyn Nets. Recent statistics show a dip in his shooting efficiency, raising concerns among scouts and coaches. As the Nuggets vie for a strong playoff position, Johnson's role remains under scrutiny.

Backup center Jonas Valančiūnas became the latest casualty in the Denver Nuggets' mounting injury woes, diagnosed with a right calf strain that will sideline him for at least four weeks. Injured during his first start replacing Nikola Jokić, this leaves the third-place Nuggets (23-10) relying on thin frontcourt depth for key upcoming games.

30 de dezembro de 2025 Reportado por IA

With Nikola Jokić sidelined at least four weeks by a hyperextended left knee—jeopardizing his MVP eligibility under the 65-game rule—Oklahoma City Thunder star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has emerged as the clear favorite for a second straight award, backed by the Thunder's league-best 28-5 record.

O armador do Denver Nuggets Jamal Murray sofreu uma entorse no tornozelo direito no início do terceiro quarto durante a derrota por 131-121 para o Dallas Mavericks na noite de segunda-feira. Murray perdeu os últimos 12 minutos do jogo após retornar brevemente do vestiário. O time o avaliará na terça-feira.

23 de novembro de 2025 Reportado por IA

Denver Nuggets forward Aaron Gordon has been sidelined indefinitely with a right hamstring strain and will be re-evaluated in four to six weeks. The injury occurred early in Friday's win over the Houston Rockets, limiting him to three minutes of play. Gordon's absence adds to the team's challenges, as Christian Braun is also out with an ankle sprain.