Jalen Pickett News, Rumors, Updates - Denver Nuggets

Drops out of rotation Pickett (coach's decision) went unused off the bench Wednesday in the Nuggets' 134-127 double-overtime loss to the Knicks.

Impact After playing just 10 minutes -- his fewest since the calendar flipped to 2026 -- in Tuesday's 124-121 loss to the Pistons, Pickett was dropped from the starting five and moved out of the rotation entirely for the second leg of a back-to-back set. Pickett's absence from the rotation may prove to be short-lived, however. Both Spencer Jones (head) and Peyton Watson (hamstring) exited the game early and didn't return, which could reopen an opportunity for Pickett if neither injured player is either to play in the Nuggets' next game Saturday in Chicago.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Coming off bench Wednesday Pickett is not in the Nuggets' starting lineup against the Knicks on Wednesday.

Impact Pickett has started in 17 of the Nuggets' last 19 games, but he has failed to score in three of his last four outings while going 3-for-14 from the field (and 1-for-11 from three-point range) over that span. He'll come off the bench for Wednesday's contest while Spencer Jones enters the Nuggets' starting five.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Scoreless in start Pickett posted zero points (0-5 FG, 0-4 3Pt), one rebound, one assist and one block in 10 minutes during Tuesday's 124-121 loss to the Pistons.

Impact Pickett remained in the starting lineup, yet once again failed to make the most of his opportunity. He has now failed to score in three of the past four games, typically playing minutes in the mid-teens. Despite his starting role, Pickett is not someone who needs to be considered outside of the deepest leagues.

FEBRUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

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JANUARY 31 • NUGGLOVE.COM

Scoreless in win Pickett amassed zero points (0-2 FG, 0-2 3Pt), three rebounds and three assists across 15 minutes during Thursday's 107-103 win over the Nets.

Impact Pickett drew the start for Denver but had a miserable outing. Meanwhile, both Bruce Brown and Tim Hardaway had productive games off the bench. Pickett has been ice cold for quite a while and is only worth monitoring in deeper formats for the time being.

JANUARY 30 • ROTOWIRE

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JANUARY 27 • NUGGLOVE.COM

Strawther scores 20 points as short-handed Nuggets outlast slumping Bucks 102-100

Julian Strawther scored a season-high 20 points and the short-handed Denver Nuggets built a 23-point lead before hanging on to beat the slumping Milwaukee Bucks 102-100

JANUARY 24 • Associated Press

Poor showing in win Pickett finished with two points (0-4 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 2-2 FT), five rebounds, five assists and one steal in 33 minutes during Thursday's 107-97 victory over the Wizards.

Impact This was a poor showing for Pickett as he continues to trend in the wrong direction. Over his last four games, he's shooting 33.3 percent from the field with averages of 6.5 points, 5.5 assists, 5.3 rebounds and 0.8 steals in 28.8 minutes.

JANUARY 23 • ROTOWIRE

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JANUARY 22 • YOUTUBE

Dishes out seven dimes Pickett ended Sunday's 110-87 loss to Charlotte with 12 points (4-7 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 2-2 FT), five rebounds and seven assists in 34 minutes.

Impact Pickett made his sixth straight start on Sunday and continued to play well, handing out a team-high seven assists, matching his season high, with no other Denver player recording more than three in the blowout loss. The 26-year-old guard is averaging 10.3 points, 5.0 rebounds, 4.8 assists, 2.0 threes and 0.7 steals across 30.5 minutes per contest over his last six games in the starting lineup.

JANUARY 19 • ROTOWIRE

Notches nine points Pickett totaled nine points (3-9 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 1-1 FT), six rebounds, three assists and two steals in 28 minutes during Wednesday's 118-109 victory over the Mavericks.

Impact Pickett made his fourth straight start for the shorthanded Nuggets on Wednesday, and he's been faring well alongside Jamal Murray. Pickett has produced averages of 11.3 points, 5.0 rebounds, 4.0 assists and 2.3 three-pointers over that span, and he's worth a long look while Christian Braun (ankle) is sidelined.

JANUARY 15 • ROTOWIRE

Drains four threes in win Pickett logged 16 points (6-9 FG, 4-6 3Pt) and three assists in 29 minutes during Tuesday's 122-116 win over the Pelicans.

Impact Making his third straight start and sixth in the last eight games, Pickett has another impressive performance from long range. The third-year guard has been getting extra court time and usage while Christian Braun (ankle) bounces in and out of the lineup, and over that eight-game stretch, Pickett is averaging 11.8 points, 3.8 boards, 3.6 assists and 2.4 threes in 27.8 minutes while shooting 48.7 percent from beyond the arc.

JANUARY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Murray, Watson help Nuggets beat Pelicans 122-116

Jamal Murray had 35 points and nine assists, Peyton Watson made the tiebreaking jumper with 39 seconds left and the Denver Nuggets beat the New Orleans Pelicans 122-116 on Tuesday...

JANUARY 14 • Associated Press

Headed to bench Pickett will come off the bench for Tuesday's game in New Orleans.

Impact Pickett is returning to the second unit with Jamal Murray (illness) back in action, so Pickett's value is going to take a significant hit. As a reserve this season, Pickett owns averages of 3.4 points and 2.0 rebounds in 11.3 minutes per game.

JANUARY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Draws another start Pickett registered 13 points (5-13 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 1-1 FT), eight rebounds and four assists over 37 minutes during Sunday's 108-104 win over the Bucks.

Impact Jamal Murray (ankle/illness) sat out for the second straight contest, allowing Pickett to draw another start. Pickett has had some nice moments over his past eight games, posting averages of 10.0 points, 4.0 rebounds, 3.4 assists and 1.9 steals in 25.0 minutes per contest.

JANUARY 12 • ROTOWIRE

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JANUARY 12 • YOUTUBE

Starting sans Murray Pickett will start against the Hawks on Friday.

Impact With Jamal Murray (ankle) sidelined, Pickett will get the starting nod for the fourth time since Dec. 31. In four starts so far this season, the 26-year-old guard has averaged 12.5 points, 2.8 assists and 2.3 rebounds across 26.5 minutes per contest.

JANUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Available to play Pickett (shin) is available for Wednesday's game in Boston.

Impact Pickett logged 42 minutes as a starter during Monday's win over the 76ers, but the Nuggets were missing Christian Braun (illness), Aaron Gordon (rest), Tim Hardaway (illness) and Jamal Murray (illness) for that one. All the aforementioned players have been cleared for Wednesday's game, so Pickett will likely be returning to a reserve role with minutes in the teens.

JANUARY 7 • ROTOWIRE

Probable for Wednesday Pickett is probable for Wednesday's game versus Boston with a left shin contusion.

Impact Pickett was a late addition to the injury report, but it sounds like he will give it a go. Pickett recorded 29 points (11-20 FG, 7-11 3Pt), five rebounds and seven assists in 42 minutes during Monday's 125-124 overtime win over Philadelphia, but the Nuggets are expected to get Jamal Murray (ankle) and several other key players back in the mix Wednesday.

JANUARY 7 • ROTOWIRE

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JANUARY 6 • NUGGLOVE.COM

Monster outing in win Pickett accumulated 29 points (11-20 FG, 7-11 3Pt), five rebounds and seven assists in 42 minutes during Monday's 125-124 overtime win over Philadelphia.

Impact With Jamal Murray (ankle) getting a maintenance day on the second leg of this back-to-back set, among several other key players, Pickett drew the start and put up quite the performance as the Nuggets pulled out the win. Pickett really struggled in his previous three starts this season, posting averages of 7.0 points, 1.3 rebounds and 1.3 assists in 21.3 minutes per game.

JANUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Boston plays Denver, seeks 5th straight win

Boston looks to continue its four-game win streak with a victory over Denver

JANUARY 6 • Associated Press

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JANUARY 6 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Brown's goaltended layup in OT lifts short-handed Nuggets over 76ers 125-124

Bruce Brown scores 19 points, including the winning bucket in overtime, to lead the Denver Nuggets to a 125-124 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers on Monday night

JANUARY 6 • Associated Press

Back with first unit Pickett is starting Monday's game against the 76ers.

Impact Pickett will return to the starting lineup to make his third start in four games. The Nuggets have only nine active players Monday, so there should be plenty of opportunities for Pickett to pick up the slack in the backcourt.

JANUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE

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Strawther scores 20 points as short-handed Nuggets outlast slumping Bucks 102-100

Murray, Watson help Nuggets beat Pelicans 122-116

Boston plays Denver, seeks 5th straight win

Brown's goaltended layup in OT lifts short-handed Nuggets over 76ers 125-124