The Denver Nuggets are preparing for a crucial game against the Memphis Grizzlies as part of a back-to-back schedule. This matchup arises from a previous cancellation due to severe weather conditions. Both teams will face significant challenges due to player injuries as they head into the game.
Nuggets Injury Report Before Grizzlies Game
- Aaron Gordon: OUT (hamstring)
- Peyton Watson: OUT (hamstring)
The Nuggets will miss the contributions of forwards Aaron Gordon and Peyton Watson. Gordon continues to recover from a hamstring injury and will not risk aggravation by playing in a back-to-back game. Although he has participated in four of the last six games, he has missed both second games in back-to-back situations. His focus remains on returning for the next game against the Toronto Raptors.
Peyton Watson is also sidelined as he continues rehabilitation for his hamstring injury. Head coach David Adelman remains optimistic about Watson’s return by the end of the weekend, encouraging fans as the postseason approaches.
Grizzlies’ Injury Challenges
- Jahmai Mashack: QUESTIONABLE (ankle)
- Brandon Clarke: OUT (calf)
- Santi Aldama: OUT (knee)
- Scotty Pippen Jr.: OUT (toe)
- Ja Morant: OUT (elbow)
- Zach Edey: OUT (ankle)
- Kentavious Caldwell-Pope: OUT (finger)
The Grizzlies face a more extensive injury list, featuring several key players. Ja Morant remains out due to a lingering elbow injury, and Scotty Pippen Jr. has been ruled out for the remainder of the season following toe surgery. The absence of these critical players poses a significant challenge for Memphis, particularly in their backcourt.
This situation may allow the Nuggets to capitalize on Memphis’s depleted roster. The matchup is set to tip off at 6:30 p.m. MT at the FedExForum, marking the second-to-last meeting these two teams will have during the 2025-26 regular season.
