Team Profile
Denver Nuggets
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116.5 4thOffensive Rating
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111.4 13thDefensive Rating
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5.1 6thNet Rating
2024 Team Stats
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Points per game120.9 25th
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Points per game Against118.0 29th
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Rebounds per game47.0 24th
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Assists per game30.7 15th
Denver Nuggets point guard Jamal Murray (knee) is expected to play against Utah on Tuesday. The team has listed him as probable on the injury report. Murray has just returned from a seven-game absence. He posted 16 points, three rebounds, six assists, and a block in 21 minutes against Atlanta on Saturday after knee inflammation kept him sidelined for a couple of weeks. Murray could see limited action again on Tuesday, but he's in a good spot to make damage. Utah gives up the most assists per 48 minutes to point guards and is currently even more vulnerable on the backcourt due to the absence of defensive specialist Kris Dunn (foot).
Denver Nuggets forward Aaron Gordon (foot) is listed as questionable ahead of Tuesday's game against the Utah Jazz. Gordon remains uncertain for this game after missing their last contest due to a right foot strain. Christian Braun moved into the starting five but didn't offer much upside during his 25 minutes of playing time. If Braun starts, fantasy managers should probably be able to find a better streaming option with Tuesday's huge slate.
Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic (hip) is probable ahead of Tuesday's game against Utah. He's been living on the injury report for the last few weeks. However, the Nuggets are still fighting for the No. 1 spot in the Western Conference, meaning the multi-time MVP should be on the floor. Jokic is having another fantastic year. He could also be in for a big night versus the Jazz, considering he won't have Walker Kessler (nose) or John Collins (back) to deal with.
Denver Nuggets guard Jamal Murray (knee) is listed as questionable to play in Saturday's game against the Atlanta Hawks. The star guard has not suited up in the past seven games, and there is a chance he could miss another contest as he is recovering from right knee inflammation. With the regular season winding down, the Nuggets are certainly going to take precautions with their starting point guard to make sure he is healthy for the playoffs. Reggie Jackson will likely continue to lead the first unit as long as Murray is unable to play.
Denver Nuggets forward Aaron Gordon (foot) is considered probable for Saturday's contest against the Atlanta Hawks. The 28-year-old has played through a right foot strain and has not been limited by the injury. He continues to see his regular minutes as a starter, taking on more responsibility since Jamal Murray (knee) has been sidelined. Gordon can typically be relied on to fill the stat sheet in various ways on both sides of the ball. He has scored at least 18 points in two straight games while contributing to the rebound and assist columns. In addition, he has recorded a steal in three consecutive contests.