Denver Nuggets DVOA, Stats, & NBA Rankings

Denver Nuggets forward Aaron Gordon (calf) will not be available for Saturday's clash against Washington. He was downgraded from probable to questionable earlier in the day, and Denver has now ruled Gordon out. The Nuggets begin a back-to-back with Saturday's outing, so it's possible Gordon can make a quick return on Sunday versus Atlanta. We should see Peyton Watson run with the starters against the Wizards with Gordon unavailable. The young forward has averaged 12.4 points, 4.2 rebounds, and 1.2 blocks in 11 previous starts this season.

Denver Nuggets point guard Jamal Murray (hamstring) will not play in Saturday's matchup against Washington. He has been ruled out after landing on the initial injury report with a questionable tag. Murray's absence will be a big boost for Russell Westbrook's fantasy stock. He's set to move to the starting lineup, where Westbrook has recorded 18.3 points, 5.0 rebounds, 6.3 assists, and 2.0 steals this season. This is also a very favorable matchup for Westbrook, as Washington has given up the second-most fantasy points to opposing point guards throughout the season.

Denver Nuggets guard Jamal Murray (hamstring) is questionable for Saturday's game against the Washington Wizards. The veteran most recently logged 42 minutes in Thursday's loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers, logging 42 minutes and finishing with 19 points. Murray wasn't at shootaround on Saturday, and with the Nuggets also playing the Hawks on Sunday, the team may give him a night off to rest his inflamed hamstring. If that happens, Russell Westbrook, who averaged 18 points, six assists, five boards, and two steals in three games without Murray this season, is a lock for any fantasy lineup. Michael Porter Jr., Christian Braun, and Nikola Jokic could also see an uptick in production if Murray isn't out there.

Denver Nuggets guard Jamal Murray (hamstring) is listed as questionable for Saturday's game against the Washington Wizards due to right hamstring inflammation. Murray has been a key player for the Nuggets, averaging 36.1 minutes per game this season. He's been in solid form lately, contributing both as a scorer and playmaker, with at least six assists in five consecutive games. If Murray is unable to play, Russell Westbrook could see an increased role, and Denver's depth would be tested in his absence. Fantasy managers will want to check back before game time for any updates on his status.

Denver Nuggets forward Aaron Gordon (calf) is listed as probable for Saturday's match-up against the Washington Wizards. Gordon has appeared in three straight contests since returning from a 10-game absence due to a right calf strain and is likely to suit up for a fourth. The 29-year-old has been effective in recent outings, especially on the boards, collecting nine and seven rebounds while scoring 15 and 18 points in his last two games. This season, Gordon is averaging 15.1 points, 6.4 rebounds, and 3.3 assists per contest.