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Aaron Gordon - Likely to play ThursdayGordon (heel) is listed as probable for Thursday's game versus the Nets.

ImpactGordon continues to deal with a right heel strain but is expected to suit up in his sixth straight game Thursday. The 28-year-old forward is averaging 12.0 points, 7.6 rebounds and 3.0 assists in 29.4 minutes across his last five appearances.

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Jamal Murray - Expected to suit up ThursdayMurray (ankle) is listed as probable for Thursday's game versus the Nets.

ImpactMurray is expected to return to action Thursday after missing Denver's previous game due to bilateral ankle sprains. The star guard will likely replace Reggie Jackson in the starting five against Brooklyn.

DECEMBER 13, 2023•ROTOWIRE

Kentavious Caldwell-Pope - Out vs. BKN, in concussion protocolCaldwell-Pope (head) was placed in concussion protocol and is out for Thursday's matchup against the Nets.

ImpactCaldwell-Pope exited Tuesday's game early after just 13 minutes due to a head contusion, and the Nuggets are holding him out Thursday. It will be the veteran's first missed game of the season. In his absence, more minutes could be available for Reggie Jackson, Christian Braun, Justin Holiday and/or Julian Strawther.

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Alex Caruso - Iffy against MiamiCaruso (ankle) is listed as questionable for Thursday's game versus the Heat.

ImpactCaruso has been ruled out the previous two games after receiving questionable tags for his left ankle sprain. If he's unable to suit up against Miami, Ayo Dosunmu will likely remain in the starting five.

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DeAndre Jordan - Near double-double off benchJordan ended with nine points (2-4 FG, 5-10 FT), 10 rebounds, two assists, two blocks and one steal in 25 minutes during Tuesday's 114-106 win over Chicago.

ImpactNikola Jokic was ejected in the first half, so Jordan saw extended playing time and made the most of it. The 35-year-old backup has been solid when given an opportunity this season, but his production is correlated to Jokic's availability.

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Jevon Carter - Leads bench scoring in lossCarter added nine points (3-10 FG, 3-8 3Pt), two assists, a rebound and a steal over 15 minutes in Tuesday's 114-106 loss to Denver.

ImpactCarter has been one of Chicago's more reliable scorers among the second unit, dropping at least eight points in nine games so far this season, but his issue has been efficiency (38.8 percent from the field). With injuries to Zach LaVine (foot) and Alex Caruso (ankle) boosting his playing time, Carter must be able to capitalize on the opportunity before he drops in the depth chart.

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Julian Strawther - Another strong performanceStrawther 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.

ImpactWith Nikola Jokic being ejected and Kentavious Caldwell-Pope leaving early with a heady contusion, Strawther stepped up in Denvers' win over Chicago on Tuesday. The rookie forward is averaging 19.0 points, 3.5 rebounds, 3.0 steals and 2.5 assists in 25.5 minutes across his last two outings. If Strawther can maintain consistent production, he could become one of the Nugget's most important bench pieces.

DECEMBER 13, 2023•ROTOWIRE