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Michael Porter Jr. - Could return before end of 2022 Nuggets head coach Michael Malone said Sunday that Porter (heel) has made steady progress in his rehabilitation and is nearing a return to game action, Dennis Georgatos of The Asso...
Impact Porter was once again sidelined for Sunday's 119-115 win over the Hornets, marking his 12th consecutive absence due to a left heel strain. Based on Malone's comments about Porter possibly returning in the next 7-to-10 days, the forward can probably be ruled out for the entirety of the Nuggets' upcoming three-game week. A return for one game of the Nuggets' Dec. 27 and 28 back-to-back set in Sacramento could be a realistic target for Porter if he continues to avoid setbacks while ramping up his on-court activity.
DECEMBER 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Nikola Jokic's historic 27-rebound triple-double underscores Nuggets' deeper issues Amid the Nuggets’ 18th win of the season, Nikole Jokic became the first player to record at least those numbers since Wilt Chamberlain in 19...
DECEMBER 19, 2022 • DENVERPOST.COM
Nikola Jokic's historic triple-double sends timely MVP reminder in win vs. Hornets Nikola Jokic stuffed the stat sheet with his 81st career triple-double.
DECEMBER 19, 2022 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM
Aaron Gordon - Another strong performance Sunday Gordon posted 19 points (6-9 FG, 2-2 3Pt, 5-7 FT), 10 rebounds, one assist, one block and three steals across 28 minutes during Sunday's 119-115 victory over the Hornets.
Impact Gordon put together another solid performance in the win, continuing what could be described as a breakout season. Despite being 27, he is in the midst of his best season, sitting inside the top 70 thanks to averages of 17.0 points, 6.4 rebounds, 2.1 assists and 1.1 triples on 61.2 percent shooting from the floor. The eventual return of Michael Porter from a heel issue could cut into Gordon's opportunity but until then, simply keep rolling him out there on a nightly basis.
DECEMBER 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Kentavious Caldwell-Pope - Posts 20-point effort in victory Caldwell-Pope produced 20 points (8-15 FG, 4-9 3Pt), four rebounds and five assists over 32 minutes during Sunday's 119-115 victory over Charlotte.
Impact Caldwell-Pope topped 20 points for just the second time this season, a welcome sight for anyone who has sat through his recent struggles. Despite a regular starting role, Caldwell-Pope is outside the top 150 over the past month. The bulk of his value comes from low turnovers and a sprinkling of three-pointers, both categories that can be streamed with relative ease.
DECEMBER 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Nikola Jokic - Historic night Sunday Jokic ended with 40 points (13-26 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 12-17 FT), 27 rebounds, 10 assists and two steals across 40 minutes during Sunday's 119-115 victory over Charlotte.
Impact Jokic became just the third player in NBA history to record a 40-25-10 line, another incredible feat for the reigning two-time MVP. After a somewhat slow start to the season -- at least by his lofty standard -- Jokic is slowly edging back to being the No. 1 fantasy player he was drafted as in most points and categories leagues. Over his last five games, Jokic is averaging 34.4 points, 14.8 rebounds, 9.8 assists, 2.4 steals, 1.2 blocks and 1.0 three-pointers on elite shooting from the field (59.4 percent).
DECEMBER 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Memphis visits Denver after Jokic's 40-point game

Denver faces the Memphis Grizzlies after Nikola Jokic scored 40 points in the Denver Nuggets' 119-115 win against the Charlotte Hornets
DECEMBER 19, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Nikola Jokic leads goes for historic 40-point triple-double Jokić is just the third player in NBA history to notch 35 points, 25 rebounds and 10 assists in a game.
DECEMBER 19, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM
Nikola Jokic Posts Video Game-Like Numbers as Nuggets Down Hornets Hornets comeback falls short to Denver as they lose 119-115.
DECEMBER 19, 2022 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Nuggets' Jokic has career-high 27 rebounds in triple-double

Nikola Jokic had 40 points and a career-high 27 rebounds in yet another triple-double to help the Denver Nuggets beat the Charlotte Hornets 119-115 on Sunday night
DECEMBER 19, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Charlotte Hornets vs Denver Nuggets - Full Game Highlights | December 18, 2022 | 2022-23 NBA Season
DECEMBER 19, 2022 • YOUTUBE
HORNETS at NUGGETS | NBA FULL GAME HIGHLIGHTS | December 18, 2022
DECEMBER 19, 2022 • YOUTUBE
Nikola Jokic CRAZY STATS 40 PTS 27 REB 10 AST Full Highlights vs Hornets 🔥
DECEMBER 19, 2022 • YOUTUBE
LaMelo Ball 31 PTS & 5 AST Full Highlights vs Nuggets 🔥
DECEMBER 19, 2022 • YOUTUBE
Starting Lineups for Hornets vs Nuggets A look at the first five on the floor.
DECEMBER 19, 2022 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM
Nikola Jokic - Will play Sunday Jokic (knee) will be available for Sunday's game against Charlotte.
Impact As anticipated, Jokic will be available Sunday after carrying a probable tag into the day due to a bruised knee. The reigning two-time MVP has picked up his production of late, posting 28.8 points (65.0% FG), 11.2 rebounds, 9.1 assists, 1.5 steals and 0.8 blocks over the last 12 contests.
DECEMBER 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Jamal Murray - Set to play Sunday Murray (ankle) will be available for Sunday's game against Charlotte.
Impact Murray was probable coming into the day so there was never much doubt that he'd be cleared to play. The Kentucky product is coming off of a 23-point, five-rebound, six-assist effort in 36 minutes against the Lakers on Friday.
DECEMBER 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Charlotte Hornets Injury Report vs Denver Nuggets Who’s playing, or not, in tonight’s game.
DECEMBER 18, 2022 • SACBEE.COM
Nikola Jokic - Listed probable Sunday Jokic is considered probable for Sunday's game versus the Hornets despite a right knee contusion.
Impact Jokic hasn't missed a game since Nov. 20 and seems likely to continue that streak Sunday. Still, it will be worth monitoring the star center's status leading up to the contest to ensure the knee isn't a problem.
DECEMBER 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Jamal Murray - Probable for Sunday Murray has been listed as probable for Sunday's game against the Hornets due to a left ankle sprain.
Impact The injury does not appear serious, and the probable tag suggests Murray shouldn't have problems playing on Sunday. That said, the Nuggets are being extremely cautious with their star point guard, given his injury history. Murray is averaging 18.0 points, 5.2 assists and 3.8 rebounds per game this season.
DECEMBER 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Michael Porter Jr. - Still out Porter (heel) will not dress for Sunday's game against Charlotte.
Impact Porter will miss a 12th consecutive contest due to a left heel issue. Bruce Brown should remain in the starting lineup until his return. Porter will have another opportunity to play Tuesday against the Grizzlies.
DECEMBER 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
WATCH: Former Spartan Max Christie hits back-to-back three's to help Lakers beat Nuggets Former MSU basketball guard Max Christie hit a pair of big buckets late to help the Los Angeles Lakers top the Denver Nuggets on Friday
DECEMBER 17, 2022 • USATODAY.COM
Bruce Brown - Solid contribution in loss Brown finished Friday's 126-108 loss to the Lakers with 11 points (4-7 FG, 2-2 3Pt, 1-2 FT), five rebounds, five assists and two blocks across 35 minutes.
Impact Brown has posted solid, balanced lines for the Nuggets throughout the past month, but the impending return of Michael Porter (heel) will affect his production somewhat. Brown exploded with a triple-double right after Porter went down and has been steady since, but he only averaged 10.8 points, 4.5 assists and 4.1 rebounds leading up to that point, a definite regression relative to his recent results
DECEMBER 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Nikola Jokic - Flirts with triple-double in loss Jokic produced 25 points (8-15 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 8-9 FT), 11 rebounds, eight assists and four steals across 35 minutes during Friday's 126-108 loss to the Lakers.
Impact Jokic poured in 43 points against the Wizards earlier in the week, and the massive stat lines just keep coming. Although the Nuggets snapped its three-game win streak, Jokic's fantasy prowess was unaffected. Over seven games in December, Jokic has been unstoppable, averaging 29.6 points, 11.6 rebounds, 9.1 assists, 2.0 steals and 1.0 blocked shots.
DECEMBER 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Charlotte plays Denver on 5-game road skid

Charlotte aims to stop its five-game road losing streak with a win against Denver
DECEMBER 17, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
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