Jazz vs. Nuggets - News - October 04, 2026 | FOX Sports

Nuggets' biggest burning question sadly couldn't be more obvious As the Denver Nuggets kick off the preseason, their championship aspirations ultimately hinge on one familiar, critical factor.

OCTOBER 6 • NUGGLOVE.COM

Jusuf Nurkic - Dealing with foot injury Nurkic didn't participate in Monday's practice due to a right foot injury, Shreyas Laddha of The Salt Lake Tribune reports.

Impact Nurkic logged 11 minutes in Sunday's preseason-opening win over Denver, posting four points (1-5 FG, 2-2 FT, 0-2 3Pt), five rebounds, four assists, one steal and one block. The big man can be considered questionable for Tuesday's preseason rematch against Denver until the Jazz offer an update on his status.

OCTOBER 5 • ROTOWIRE

Kyle Filipowski - Ruled out for Tuesday Filipowski (back) won't play in Tuesday's preseason game against the Nuggets, Shreyas Laddha of The Salt Lake Tribune reports.

Impact This will be Filipowski's second straight preseason game on the inactive list, so hopefully this isn't something that lingers into the regular season. His next chance to suit up will come next Monday against the Spurs.

OCTOBER 5 • ROTOWIRE

What We Know About Nuggets' Latest Injury to Spencer Jones The Denver Nuggets bench is dealing with some early injury troubles.

OCTOBER 5 • SI.COM

Tyus Jones looked right at home running Nuggets' offense Many thought the Nuggets had no real depth at backup point guard. Tyus Jones is trying to change those thoughts.

OCTOBER 5 • NUGGLOVE.COM

Blake Hinson is exactly what the Jazz need to develop winning culture Blake Hinson made a pretty humble speech after the Utah Jazz made their preseason debut. That's the kind of character Utah needs!

OCTOBER 5 • THEJNOTES.COM

David Adelman Has One Big Takeaway From Nuggets' Preseason Loss to Jazz The Denver Nuggets struggled in one key area during their preseason opener.

OCTOBER 5 • SI.COM