VLATKO CANCAR NEWS

Available Sunday Cancar (ankle) is listed as available for Sunday's game against the Grizzlies.

Impact Cancar is available to suit up while dealing with a lingering ankle sprain. The 27-year-old forward suited up for the first time since the regular-season opener in Friday's loss to Indiana, during which he posted two points, two rebounds and one block across eight minutes.

18 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Probable to play Sunday Cancar is probable for Sunday's game against the Grizzlies due to a right ankle sprain.

Impact Cancar played two minutes in the loss to the Pelicans on Friday, and while he's not fully recovered from the ankle sprain that caused him to miss six games, the probable tag suggests he should be able to suit up. That won't matter much for fantasy purposes, however, as Cancar doesn't contribute enough to be considered a player worth rostering in any format even if healthy.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Gets light minutes in return Cancar (ankle) logged two points (1-2 FG), two rebounds and one block in eight minutes off the bench in Fridays' 101-94 loss to the Pelicans.

Impact Before missing the Nuggets' last six games with a sprained ankle, Cancar had been left outside of the rotation, but he was able to pick up some backup minutes in the frontcourt with Aaron Gordon (calf) and Nikola Jokic (personal) sitting out. The Nuggets could get Jokic back for Sunday's game at Memphis, but with Gordon's return still weeks away, Cancar could have the opportunity to retain a regular role on the second unit. However, Cancar's playing time is unlikely to climb substantially from what he received Friday, so he's still a long way from getting enough minutes to pop up on the fantasy radar.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Returning Friday Cancar (ankle) is available for Friday's game against the Pelicans.

Impact Cancar has missed the Nuggets last nine regular-season games after spraining his right ankle in the regular-season opener Oct. 24. Cancar could see heavy minutes in his return as Nikola Jokic (personal) and Aaron Gordon (calf) have both been ruled out for Friday's contest.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Ruled questionable for Friday Cancar (ankle) is listed as questionable for Friday's game against the Pelicans.

Impact Cancar hasn't played since the club's regular-season opener, though he has ramped up his participation in practice while dealing with a sprained right ankle. The 27-year-old's absence is not expected to cause any waves in the rotation as he played only two minutes Opening Night.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Returns to practice Cancar (ankle) participated in the live portions of practice Thursday, Bennett Durando of The Denver Post reports.

Impact It appears that Cancar is nearing a return to action after missing Denver's last six contests with a sprained right ankle. However, Cancar is unlikely to receive significant playing time even when available.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Another absence coming Cancar (ankle) is out for Sunday's game against Dallas.

Impact Cancar hasn't played since Oct. 24 due to a sprained right ankle, and it seems he doesn't have a clear timetable for his return. His next chance to suit up is a matchup against the Pelicans on Friday.

NOVEMBER 10 • ROTOWIRE

Remains sidelined Cancar (ankle) won't play in Friday's game versus the Heat.

Impact Cancar hasn't played since Oct. 24 due to a sprained right ankle. His next chance to suit up is Sunday's matchup with Dallas.

NOVEMBER 7 • ROTOWIRE

Out again Wednesday Cancar (ankle) is unavailable Wednesday versus Oklahoma City.

Impact Cancar has been unavailable since rolling his right ankle two minutes into his season debut on Opening Night. It's been a tough year for the Slovenian, who tore his ACL playing for the national team and missed the entirety of the 2023-24 campaign. His next opportunity to take the court comes Friday versus Miami.

NOVEMBER 7 • ROTOWIRE

Unlikely to play Wednesday Cancar (ankle) is listed as doubtful for Wednesday's game versus the Thunder.

Impact Cancar is expected to miss his seventh straight contest Wednesday while dealing with a sprained right ankle. However, his anticipated absence won't significantly affect Denver's rotation.

NOVEMBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

Denver takes on Oklahoma City in conference matchup

The Nuggets will host conference opponent Oklahoma City

NOVEMBER 5 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Out once again Monday Cancar (ankle) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Raptors.

Impact Cancar has appeared in only one regular-season game thus far, during which he played two minutes and logged one rebound in the season-opening loss to the Thunder. The 27-year-old's absence shouldn't cause any waves in the rotation, and his next chance to play will come Wednesday versus the Thunder.

NOVEMBER 5 • ROTOWIRE

Unlikely to play Monday Cancar (ankle) is doubtful for Monday's game against the Raptors.

Impact Cancar's expected absence shouldn't impact Denver's rotation. He's made only one appearance this season, playing two minutes during the season-opening loss to Oklahoma City.

NOVEMBER 3 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Saturday Cancar (ankle) has been ruled out ahead of Saturday's game against the Jazz.

Impact Cancar will miss a second straight game due to a right ankle sprain. His next chance at suiting up will be Monday against the Raptors.

NOVEMBER 3 • ROTOWIRE

Likely out Saturday Cancar (ankle) is listed as doubtful for Saturday's game versus the Jazz.

Impact Cancar will likely miss his fifth straight contest Saturday while dealing with a sprained right ankle. However, Cancar is unlikely to receive significant playing time even when available.

NOVEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Out Friday Cancar (ankle) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Timberwolves.

Impact Cancar hasn't been part of Denver's regular rotation, so his absence shouldn't impact much. His next chance to suit up will come Saturday versus Utah.

NOVEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Downgraded to questionable Cancar (ankle) was downgraded to questionable for Friday's matchup versus the Timberwolves.

Impact Cancar is dealing with a right ankle sprain, though he hasn't played since the regular-season opener due to his lack of a role in the rotation. The forward was originally deemed probable for Friday, and his questionable tag does not bode well for his status.

NOVEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Nursing ankle sprain Cancar is probable for Friday's game against the Timberwolves due to a right ankle sprain, Harrison Wind of TheDNVR.com reports.

Impact Cancar hasn't suited up in three games due to his current role in the rotation, so even if he is cleared to play ahead of Friday's clash, he's unlikely to see many chances. The 27-year-old has appeared in one game this season, recording one rebound in two minutes Oct. 24 against OKC.

OCTOBER 31 • ROTOWIRE

In starting five Sunday Cancar will step into the starting lineup for Sunday's preseason matchup versus the Celtics, Bennett Durando of The Denver Post reports.

Impact Cancar will replace Aaron Gordon in the starting five as he is dealing with a minor, undisclosed injury. Cancar is expected to compete for minutes in the second unit, and if Peyton Watson (hamstring) is not 100 percent by the regular season, Cancar will likely see more playing time -- especially if he can impress during the preseason.

OCTOBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

Staying in Denver Cancar has reached an agreement to stay with the Nuggets for the 2024-25 season, Michael Scotto of HoopsHype reports.

Impact Cancar played with Slovenia during the FIBA Olympic Qualifiers, and he looked healthy after undergoing surgery in August to repair a torn ACL in his left knee, an injury that caused him to miss the entire 2023-24 campaign. In his last healthy season with the Nuggets in 2022-23, Cancar appeared in 60 regular-season games and averaged 5.0 points, 2.1 rebounds and 1.3 assists in 14.8 minutes. He should add depth to the Nuggets' frontcourt, though he shouldn't be relevant in most fantasy formats.

JULY 7 • ROTOWIRE

Struggles from deep in loss Cancar tallied 12 points (3-7 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 5-5 FT), four rebounds and one block in Slovenia's 108-92 loss to Croatia on Tuesday.

Impact Cancar missed the entirety of the 2023-24 season after undergoing surgery in August to repair a torn ACL in his left knee. The Nuggets declined his team option ahead of the 2024-25 season, but they have not ruled out re-signing the 27-year-old. Moreover, his return to game action with Slovenia bodes well for his stock in free agency. Cancar appeared in 60 regular-season games in 2022-23, during which he averaged 5.0 points, 2.1 rebounds and 1.3 assists in 14.8 minutes.

JULY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Nuggets declining team option The Nuggets declined Cancar's team option for the 2024-25 season Sunday, Bennett Durando of The Denver Post reports.

Impact Cancar will become a free agent after Denver declined his team option. The 27-year-old missed the entirety of last season after undergoing knee surgery, and teams will likely have concerns about his injury history. However, Durando relays that there is mutual interest in the Nuggets bringing Cancar back on a minimum contract, which would be mutually beneficial. Across four years with Denver, the forward averaged 3.1 points, 1.5 rebounds and 0.7 assists across 9.1 minutes per game.

JUNE 23 • ROTOWIRE

Not expected to play in 2023-24 The Nuggets aren't expecting Cancar (knee) to play at any point during the 2023-24 season after the team applied for a Disabled Player Exception from the NBA prior to the Jan. 15 d...

Impact No reports have indicated that the Nuggets' request was approved by the NBA in the nearly three months since the team filed the application, but it nonetheless confirms that Cancar won't be available for the tail end of the regular season nor Denver's postseason run after he tore the ACL in his left knee in mid-August while playing for Slovenia during an exhibition game in Greece. Cancar acknowledged as much in an interview with Grant Afseth of SI.com in December, when the 26-year-old forward noted that he has turned his focus toward getting healthy for the upcoming summer, when he hopes to resume playing for Slovenia in the 2024 Olympics in Paris if the national team qualifies for a spot in the tournament. Cancar noted in the interview that he's been able to resume running on the court since undergoing surgery on his knee, but it's unclear what he's been able to do in terms of basketball activity in the ensuing three-plus months.

APRIL 5 • ROTOWIRE

Report: Nuggets F Vlatko Cancar tears ACL in exhibition game Nuggets forward Vlatko Cancar sustained a torn ACL in his left knee while playing in an exhibition game for Slovenia, The Denver Post report...

AUGUST 5, 2023 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM

Report: Nuggets F Vlatko Cancar tears ACL in exhibition game Nuggets forward Vlatko Cancar sustained a torn ACL in his left knee while playing in an exhibition game for Slovenia, The Denver Post report...

AUGUST 5, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM