Denver Nuggets vs. LA Clippers - News - February 19, 2026

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Kawhi Leonard - Exits game Friday Leonard (ankle) will not return to Friday's game against the Lakers, per Law Murray of The Athletic.

Impact Prior to existing Friday's contest, Leonard was putting together another strong performance, totaling 31 points (11-19 FG, 4-6 3pt, 3-3 FT), four rebounds and five assists. This soreness affects his left ankle so it is unrelated to the ankle issue he had earlier this season. His status will be closely monitored ahead of the Clippers' next game on Sunday against the Magic.

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John Collins - Won't return Friday Collins (head) won't return to Friday's game against the Lakers, Law Murray of The Athletic reports. He'll finish with 12 points (5-8 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 1-2 FT), one rebound and one stea...

Impact Collins went up for a lob pass but was fouled and ended up hitting his head on the floor late in the second quarter. He was initially considered questionable to return but never checked back in. The big man's next opportunity to play will come Sunday against the Magic. If Collins is forced to miss additional time, Nicolas Batum and Bennedict Mathurin would likely see increased minutes, while Kobe Sanders could enter the rotation.

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John Collins - Questionable to return Collins (head) is listed as questionable to return after exiting Friday's game against the Lakers in the second quarter, per Tomer Azarly of ClutchPoints.com.

Impact Collins went up for a lob and hit his head on the floor after being fouled. If he is unable to return, Nicolas Batum and Kobe Sanders are expected to see increased minutes.

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John Collins - Exits to locker room, won't return Collins is in the league's concussion protocol and won't return to Friday's game against the Lakers, Law Murray of The Athletic reports. He'll finish with 12 points (5-8 FG, 1-2 3P...

Impact Collins went up for a lob pass but was fouled and ended up hitting his head on the floor. He was unable to remain in the game to shoot his free throws and won't return Friday. The big man's next opportunity to suit up will come Sunday against the Magic. If he's forced to miss additional time, Nicolas Batum and Kobe Sanders would likely see increased playing time.

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Luka Doncic scores 38 and the Lakers hold off the Clippers 125-122 to split LA rivals' season series

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Luka Doncic scores 38 and the Lakers hold off the Clippers 125-122 to split LA rivals' season series

Nuggets rout Trail Blazers 157-103 for the most points on the road in franchise history