Strawther will join the starting lineup for Sunday's preseason game against the Celtics in Abu Dhabi, Bennett Durando of The Denver Post reports.
Strawther will replace Michael Porter in the starting five Sunday, with the latter expected to take a rest day. Strawther is currently competing with Christian Braun for the starting two-guard spot to open the regular season, and a solid preseason could help move him closer to the starting job. The 22-year-old is coming off an inconsistent rookie year in which he showed flashes when getting meaningful playing time, averaging 4.5 points and 1.2 rebounds across 10.9 minutes in 50 regular-season outings.
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Nuggets' Julian Strawther: Shut down for Summer League
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The Nuggets announced Tuesday that Strawther will not play for the remainder of the Summer League, Harrison Wind of TheDNVR.com reports.
Strawther hasn't suffered any injury but will sit out the remainder of the Summer League after impressing in his first two outings, averaging 28.5 points. The second-year forward will now allow younger and more inexperienced players to receive increased playing time while he focuses on working toward a more consistent role in Denver's rotation in 2024-25.
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Nuggets' Julian Strawther: Goes for 32 in SL
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Strawther went for 32 points (10-21 FG, 6-12 3Pt, 6-10 FT), five assists, three rebounds, one steal and a block in 34 minutes during Sunday's 84-81 loss to the Raptors at Summer League.
Strawther has been impressive offensively in two Summer League appearances, averaging 28.5 points per game. The Gonzaga product seems to be dealing with a minor ankle injury, so it wouldn't be surprising if he is shut down for the remainder of Summer League considering his performance to this point. Strawther could play his way into the rotation this year if he continues to produce offensively, especially with Kentavious Caldwell-Pope departing for Orlando.
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Nuggets' Julian Strawther: Good to go Wednesday
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Strawther (ankle) is available for Wednesday's game versus Minnesota.
Strawther has been upgraded from probable to available Wednesday despite dealing with a sprained right ankle. Strawther could continue to provide depth in Denver's forward rotation.
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Nuggets' Julian Strawther: Expected to suit up Wednesday
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Strawther (ankle) is probable for Wednesday's game against the Timberwolves.
Strawther continues to deal with a minor right ankle sprain but shouldn't miss any time. He's appeared in seven of Denver's last eight games, averaging 6.7 minutes during that stretch.
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Nuggets' Julian Strawther: Returns to lineup Monday
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Strawther provided 14 points (5-11 FG, 2-7 3Pt, 2-2 FT), two rebounds and one assist over 22 minutes during Monday's 128-103 win over the Grizzlies.
Strawther tallied 14 points in the victory, more than he had scored across the past three months combined. It's fair to say this performance should be viewed as an outlier given he has not even been in the rotation of late.
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Nuggets' Julian Strawther: Back to NBA
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Denver recalled Strawther from the G League's Grand Rapids Gold on Wednesday.
Strawther and Jalen Pickett were both recalled ahead of Wednesday's matchup versus the Kings, but with Denver's rotation at full strength, neither is expected to see extensive playing time. Strawther has played more than seven minutes just once since Jan. 1.
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Nuggets' Julian Strawther: Probable for Thursday
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Strawther (ankle) is probable for Thursday's game against Washington.
Strawther missed the Nuggets' final game before the All-Star break due to an ankle injury, but he'll likely be back in action for Thursday's matchup. Over 35 appearances for Denver this year, he's averaged 5.8 points in 13.9 minutes per game.
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Nuggets' Julian Strawther: Dealing with ankle sprain
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Strawther is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Kings due to a left ankle sprain.
After not appearing in 16 straight NBA games, Strawther has gotten action in back-to-back matchups, though both games were blowout losses. Jamal Murray (lower leg) and Kentavious Caldwell-Pope (hamstring) are both questionable but not expected to play, so if Strawther is also unavailable, Denver's backcourt would be shorthanded.
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Nuggets' Julian Strawther: Active for Friday
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Strawther (knee) will be available for Friday's game against Portland, Harrison Wind of TheDNVR.com reports.
Strawther has been sidelined for multiple weeks, and despite his availability, he's unlikely to see the floor Friday. A stint in the G League could be on the table.
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Nuggets' Julian Strawther: Questionable for Friday
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Strawther (knee) is questionable for Friday's game against the Trail Blazers.
Strawther has been unavailable since early January due to a right knee contusion and sprain, but it's encouraging that he's considered questionable for Friday's matchup rather than being immediately ruled out. Even if he's able to suit up against Portland, it wouldn't be surprising to see him face a significant minutes restriction.
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Nuggets' Julian Strawther: Still out
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Strawther (knee) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Thunder.
Strawther hasn't played since Jan. 4 due to a right knee contusion and sprain. He doesn't have a return timetable, so until he resumes practicing, he can be considered doubtful for future contests.
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Nuggets' Julian Strawther: Still out
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Strawther (knee) won't play in Saturday's game versus the 76ers.
Strawther's absence streak will extend to 11 games Saturday while dealing with a right knee contusion. The rookie forward has no timetable for a return.
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Nuggets' Julian Strawther: To remain sidelined Thursday
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Strawther (knee) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Knicks.
Strawther hasn't played since Jan. 5 and will be forced to miss a 10th consecutive game due to a right knee contusion. His next chance to play will be Saturday against the 76ers.
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Nuggets' Julian Strawther: Won't play Tuesday
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Strawther (knee) is out Tuesday against the Pacers.
Strawther has been out since Jan. 5 due to a right knee contusion, with his next chance to take the court coming Thursday against the Knicks. Peyton Watson has been leaned on for 15.9 minutes per game over that span.
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Nuggets' Julian Strawther: Still out
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Strawther (knee) won't play in Friday's game versus the Cetics.
Strawther's absence streak will extend to seven games Friday while dealing with a right knee contusion. There is no timetable for the rookie forward's return.
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Nuggets' Julian Strawther: Absence to continue Tuesday
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Strawther (knee) will not play Tuesday against Philadelphia.
Strawther will miss his sixth consecutive game due to a right knee contusion and sprain. His next opportunity to take the court comes Friday against Boston, but there have been no updates on Strawther ramping up activity.
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Nuggets' Julian Strawther: Iffy against Orlando
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Strawther is listed as questionable for Friday's game versus the Magic due to a right knee contusion.
Strawther assumedly injured his knee during Wednesday's matchup with Golden State. If the rookie forward is ultimately ruled out, Peyton Watson, Christian Braun and Justin Holiday are candidates to receive increased minutes.
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Nuggets' Julian Strawther: Minimal role in victory
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Strawther registered zero points (0-1 FG, 0-1 3Pt), one rebound, one assist and one steal in nine minutes during Thursday's 130-127 win over Golden State.
Stawther has scored just two points across his last two outings. The rookie forward has seen an inconsistent role for Denver this season, averaging 5.9 points, 1.5 rebounds and 1.1 assists in 13.9 minutes across 33 appearances. Unless significant injuries occur ahead of him in the depth chart, Strawther is likely best to be left on the waiver wire.
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Nuggets' Julian Strawther: Another strong performance
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Strawther logged 16 points (4-9 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 6-8 FT), six rebounds, three assists and one steal across 23 minutes during Tuesday's 114-106 win over the Bulls.
With Jamal Murray (ankle) out, Nikola Jokic getting ejected and Kentavious Caldwell-Pope leaving early with a head contusion, Strawther stepped up in Denver's win over Chicago. The rookie wing has been a fringe rotation player for much of the season, but he's come up big over his last two games, averaging 19.0 points, 4.0 three-pointers, 3.5 rebounds, 3.0 steals and 2.5 assists in 25.5 minutes between those contests. The back-to-back strong outings should strengthen Strawther's hold on a rotation spot, but fantasy players should expect some level of downturn in his recent production, particularly in the steals category.
