Nuggets' Cameron Johnson: Leaves early Sunday

Johnson (ankle) exited Sunday's 117-108 loss to the Timberwolves with 7:50 remaining in the fourth quarter and didn't return, finishing with zero points (0-6 FG, 0-4 3Pt), four rebounds and three assists across 23 minutes.

Johnson shook off a probable tag due to right ankle inflammation ahead of Sunday's contest, though he struggled mightily and was unable to close the game out. The 29-year-old forward faces a short turnaround if he hopes to suit up in Monday's game in Utah. If he's forced to miss time, Julian Strawther, Tim Hardaway and Spencer Jones (shoulder) would be candidates for increased minutes.