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Doncic's 38 points, 8 assists not enough as Nuggets cruise past Mavericks 130-104

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Maxi Kleber - Won't play WednesdayKleber (toe) will not play Wednesday versus the Clippers.

ImpactKleber remains without an exact timetable for return amid his recovery from a dislocated right toe. Dwight Powell and Richaun Holmes have stepped up in his absence, especially with Dereck Lively (ankle) set to miss his second consecutive game Wednesday.

DECEMBER 19, 2023•ROTOWIRE

Aaron Gordon - Returns to injury reportGordon (heel) is listed as probable for Wednesday's game against Toronto.

ImpactGordon's right heel has been a mainstay on the injury report throughout the past month, but the 28-year-old has only missed four games due to the issue. He's firmly on track to play Wednesday after suiting up for Denver's last eight contests.

DECEMBER 19, 2023•ROTOWIRE

Josh Green - Won't return WednesdayGreen (elbow) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Clippers, Grant Afseth of SI.com reports.

ImpactGreen hasn't played since Dec. 1 due to a right elbow sprain, and he's due to be re-evaluated soon. However, until he returns to practice, the fourth-year wing can be considered questionable, at best, for future contests. Derrick Jones has stepped up in Green's absence.

DECEMBER 19, 2023•ROTOWIRE

Dereck Lively II - Will remain out WednesdayLively (ankle) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Clippers, Grant Afseth of SI.com reports.

ImpactLively was sidelined for Monday's loss to Denver after spraining his ankle during Saturday's win over Portland, and he'll miss another game Wednesday. Dwight Powell started in Lively's absence Monday, but Olivier-Maxence Prosper, Markieff Morris and Greg Brown are also candidates for increased roles until the rookie center returns.

DECEMBER 19, 2023•ROTOWIRE

Kyrie Irving - Out again WednesdayIrving (heel) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Clippers, Grant Afseth of SI.com reports.

ImpactIrving could potentially be sidelined for weeks, but the team hasn't provided an official return timetable. Wednesday will mark his sixth straight absence, and Tim Hardaway, Dante Exum and Seth Curry will continue handling increased roles until Irving is back in the lineup.

DECEMBER 19, 2023•ROTOWIRE

Reggie Jackson - Scores 20 in 19 minutesJackson closed with 20 points (9-12 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 1-1 FT), one rebound and four assists in 19 minutes during Monday's 130-104 win over Dallas.

ImpactThis game was over very quickly, so Denver's second unit saw a lot of extra run. Jackson was one of the many players to benefit, playing 19 minutes compared to 25 for Jamal Murray. Jackson has been a huge part of Denver's success this season and usually delivers when his number is called.

DECEMBER 19, 2023•ROTOWIRE

Michael Porter Jr. - Plays only 23 minutesPorter recorded eight points (3-8 FG, 2-3 3Pt), four rebounds and one assist across 23 minutes during Monday's 130-104 win over the Mavericks.

ImpactDenver blew Dallas out, so Porter and the rest of the Nuggets' starters played fewer minutes than usual. Coming into the contest, Porter was in a minor offensive slump, averaging 12.3 points on 34.0 percent shooting over his previous four appearances. However, on the season, he's averaging 16.8 points while shooting 47.2 percent from the field and 38.5 percent from deep, so it's safe to expect the sharpshooter to bounce back eventually.

DECEMBER 19, 2023•ROTOWIRE