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Nuggets' Nikola Jokic: Posts another triple-double
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Jokic finished with 21 points (8-13 FG, 5-5 FT), 13 rebounds, 10 assists and one steal across 34 minutes in Wednesday's 104-91 win over the Pelicans.
Jokic ended with his second triple-double of the 2026-27 campaign Wednesday. However, he wasn't perfect, amassing seven turnovers to bring his total to 16 on the year. The multi-time MVP is now averaging 22.0 points, 10.5 rebounds, 9.0 assists, 1.3 steals and 1.8 blocks over 37.1 minutes per contest in his first four regular-season appearances, though he has shot an inefficient 21.7 percent from deep.
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Nuggets' Bryce Hopkins: Reverting to bench role
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Hopkins won't start Wednesday's game against the Pelicans.
The rookie forward started the last two games in Cameron Johnson's (ankle) absence, though it'll be Trevon Brazile who replaces Johnson in the first unit Wednesday. Hopkins is still likely to see meaningful burn with the Nuggets shorthanded.
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Nuggets' Trevon Brazile: Starting Wednesday
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Brazile will start Wednesday against the Pelicans.
Brazile will replace Bryce Hopkins in the starting lineup for Wednesday's game, and he'll be joined by Jamal Murray, Christian Braun, Aaron Gordon and Nikola Jokic in the first unit. Brazile scored 17 points over 28 minutes in Saturday's 134-114 overtime win over the Pelicans, so it'll be interesting to see what he can do in a starting role in this rematch.
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Nuggets' Cameron Johnson: Out again Wednesday
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Johnson (ankle) is listed as out for Wednesday's game against the Pelicans.
Johnson will miss his third consecutive game, so his next opportunity to suit up will come Friday in Phoenix. Without Johnson on the floor, Bryce Hopkins is expected to remain in the starting lineup.
Jones (hamstring) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against New Orleans.
Jones is reportedly progressing in his recovery, though there's still no firm timetable for his return to game action. He can be considered week-to-week until the Nuggets provide an update on his status.
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Nuggets' Cameron Johnson: Doubtful for Wednesday
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Johnson (ankle) is doubtful to face the Pelicans on Wednesday.
Johnson is on track to miss his third straight game Wednesday. Bryce Hopkins and Trevon Brazile will continue to help pick up the slack in Johnson's absence.
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Nuggets' Alpha Diallo: Out for personal reasons
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Diallo is out for Wednesday's game against the Pelicans due to personal reasons.
Diallo appears to have moved past a wrist injury but is now attending to a personal matter. His next chance to rejoin the Nuggets comes Friday in Phoenix.
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Nuggets' Nikola Jokic: Excellent start to season
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Jokic logged 19 points (8-18 FG, 1-6 3Pt, 2-3 FT), seven rebounds, 11 assists, three blocks and one steal across 35 minutes during Monday's 134-114 loss to the Warriors.
Jokic led the team in assists Monday, setting a season high in dimes in the process. The perennial MVP candidate has logged a pair of double-doubles through three games on the young campaign, posting a full stat line each time out so far.
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Nuggets' Ryan Nembhard: Plays garbage-time minutes
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Nembhard supplied four points (1-1 FG, 2-2 FT) and one assist across four minutes during Monday's 134-114 loss to the Warriors.
Nembhard, a two-way player, is helping reinforce Denver's backcourt depth for the time being. He's expected to play for the Grand Rapids Gold once the G League season is underway.
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Nuggets' DeMar DeRozan: Pours in 21 points
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DeRozan ended Monday's 134-114 loss to Golden State with 21 points (7-15 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 5-5 FT), four rebounds, two assists, one block and two steals across 29 minutes.
DeRozan led Denver in scoring despite coming off the bench, reaching the 20-point mark for the first time this season. The veteran forward also knocked down two three-pointers and contributed three combined steals and blocks. Although his reserve role could limit his overall fantasy ceiling, DeRozan remains capable of providing consistent scoring production.
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Nuggets' Bryce Hopkins: Solid effort despite loss
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Hopkins had 13 points (5-9 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 2-2 FT), three rebounds and one assist over 31 minutes during Monday's 134-114 loss to the Warriors.
Hopkins delivered an efficient scoring performance in his starting role, reaching double figures for Denver while committing zero turnovers. However, the forward offered little production outside the scoring column and finished without a steal or block. Hopkins' substantial playing time is encouraging, but he'll need to contribute more consistently across multiple categories to establish reliable fantasy value.
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Nuggets' Jamal Murray: Posts 19 points in loss
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Murray recorded 19 points (8-13 FG, 3-6 3Pt), six rebounds, eight assists and three steals across 36 minutes during Monday's 134-114 loss to the Warriors.
Murray turned in an efficient performance, shooting 61.5 percent from the field while leading Denver in assists and steals. The veteran guard also connected on three triples and collected six rebounds, providing well-rounded fantasy production despite the lopsided defeat. Murray continues to serve as a primary offensive facilitator alongside Nikola Jokic.
Jones (hamstring) is progressing in his recovery and could be back with the team within the next three games, Vinny Benedetto of The Denver Gazette reports.
Jones has yet to take the court this season after suffering a hamstring injury during the preseason and was ruled out again ahead of Monday's clash with the Warriors. The team isn't quite ready to put a firm timetable on his return, but Benedetto notes the forward could be back at some point within the next three games.
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Nuggets' Aaron Gordon: Gets tossed Monday
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Gordon was ejected from Monday's game against the Warriors after picking up back-to-back technical fouls, Danny Emerman of SFStandard.com reports. He'll end the night with seven points (2-10 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 3-3 FT), four rebounds, two assists and one steal in 25 minutes.
The game was already well in hand for Golden State with 8:34 left in the fourth quarter when Gordon's night ended early after disagreeing with a foul call. He couldn't get his shot to fall on the offensive end Monday, and he's now been held to seven points in back-to-back appearances.
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Nuggets' Cameron Johnson: Downgraded to out
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Johnson (ankle) has been ruled out for Monday's game against Golden State.
As expected, Johnson will be shut down Monday while battling a right ankle sprain. Bryce Hopkins drew the start in Johnson's place Saturday and could have an opportunity to do so again Monday, though Trevon Brazile could also factor into the mix given a lack of depth at forward.
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Nuggets' Alpha Diallo: Out for Monday
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Diallo (wrist) is out for Monday's game against the Warriors.
Diallo was initially doubtful for this contest, but the Nuggets will err on the side of caution. The defensive specialist will have a chance to return Wednesday against the Pelicans.
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