Denver Nuggets DVOA, Stats, & NBA Rankings

Denver Nuggets forward Aaron Gordon (calf) is probable for Tuesday's rematch with the Mavs. The veteran returned for Sunday's meeting between the clubs after spending time on the shelf because of a calf strain, an injury he's battled all year. He came off the bench, amassing 13 points, six boards, and one block. With that said, until Gordon is back to full-strength, his fantasy outlook isn't as promising. Granted, he's still worth considering for any fantasy lineup, considering his upside. However, Gordon may not be the safest DFS option.

Denver Nuggets guard Jamal Murray (knee) is expected to play in Tuesday's matchup with Dallas. As expected, he's on the injury report. However, barring a setback, the 27-year-old should be out there against the Mavericks. Murray hasn't had the best year, averaging 19.0 points, 3.9 rebounds, and 6.0 assists while shooting 37.2% from behind the arc, all down from the 2023-24 campaign. He's also struggled versus Dallas this season. While he's still worthy of a start in redraft formats, his outlook for DFS managers isn't too promising.

Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic (illness) is probable for Tuesday's game against Dallas. The multi-time MVP has been under the weather, keeping him off the floor for recent meetings with the Celtics and Clippers. However, he's appeared in Denver's previous two contests, combining for 54 points, 30 rebounds, 24 assists, and seven steals, so it appears he's doing just fine. Jokic has dominated the Mavs this season, averaging 29.7 points, 17.7 boards, and 11.3 assists in three games against Dallas, making him a must-start in any format, including those participating in DFS contests.

According to NBA insider Chris Haynes, Denver Nuggets forward Aaron Gordon (calf) plans to play on Sunday versus the Mavericks. The 29-year-old, who is averaging only 13.7 points this season, has been burdened by a calf strain. He missed time because of the ailment back in November. However, Gordon aggravated the injury during the Christmas meeting with the Phoenix Suns, keeping him off the floor for Denver's previous nine contests. It's reasonable to assume head coach Mike Malone will be overly cautious with him for at least a few games, so Peyton Watson could continue to see more minutes than usual. But the real question will be how Gordon's return will impact Russell Westbrook, who has averaged 17.3 points, 8.2 assists, and 7.3 rebounds in six games in January.

Denver Nuggets forward/center Aaron Gordon (calf) carries a questionable tag on the injury report ahead of Sunday's action against Dallas. He has missed nine games and is nearing his return, but it might not come in Sunday's matchup. Russell Westbrook has been starting in Gordon's place over the last couple of weeks. He will likely return to the bench once Gordon is ready to come back. However, the two might start together on Sunday, as Jamal Murray (knee) is iffy for the contest.