Zeke Nnaji News, Rumors, Updates - Denver Nuggets

With first unit Wednesday Nnaji is part of the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against the Trail Blazers.

Impact Nnaji will fill in for the injured Aaron Gordon (calf) on Wednesday, marking the 23-year-old's second start of the campaign. In his only other start, Nnaji played 31 minutes and totaled 12 points, five rebounds and a block.

FEBRUARY 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Productive off bench Nnaji recorded 11 points (4-5 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 2-2 FT), five rebounds, three assists and one steal in 19 minutes during Monday's 146-117 victory over Portland.

Impact Nnaji was able to take advantage of some garbage time in the lopsided win, as he put up a season-high three assists in the process. He's been trending up in February, posting averages of 6.7 points, 4.8 rebounds, 0.7 assists and 1.3 blocks in 20.5 minutes per contest over his last six outings.

FEBRUARY 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Back to bench Wednesday Nnaji is coming off the bench in Wednesday's game against the Pelicans.

Impact With Aaron Gordon returning from a calf injury Wednesday, Nnaji will revert back to Denver's bench following a spot start Monday against New Orleans. Nnaji has averaged 1.4 points, 0.6 rebounds and 0.3 blocks in 5.1 minutes over 28 games off the bench this season.

FEBRUARY 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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FEBRUARY 4, 2025 • YOUTUBE

Notches 12 points Nnaji produced 12 points (5-9 FG, 2-4 3Pt), five rebounds and one block across 31 minutes during Monday's 125-113 victory over the Pelicans.

Impact Aaron Gordon (calf), Russell Westbrook (hamstring) and Peyton Watson (knee) were all sidelined, so Nnaji was given his first start since the 2022-23 season. Nnaji has been used sparingly this season for an average of 6.0 minutes over 29 appearances, but he made the most of his minutes Monday. He'll be a name to monitor ahead of the trade deadline as he's been in the rumor mill quite a bit.

FEBRUARY 4, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Monday vs. NOLA Nnaji is in the Nuggets' starting lineup against the Pelicans on Monday.

Impact Nnaji will make his first regular-season start since the 2022-23 campaign due to the absences of Aaron Gordon (calf) and Peyton Watson (knee). Nnaji played a season-high 22 minutes in Saturday's 107-104 win over the Nuggets and finished with six points, three rebounds, five blocks and one steal.

FEBRUARY 4, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Plays season-high 22 minutes Nnaji notched six points (3-4 FG, 0-1 3Pt), three rebounds, five blocks and one steal across 22 minutes during Saturday's 107-104 win over the Hornets.

Impact Nnaji logged a season-high 22 minutes, taking advantage of the fact the Nuggets were without a number of regular rotation pieces. The six points also marked a season-high, highlighting what a struggle it has been for Nnaji when it comes to playing regular minutes.

FEBRUARY 2, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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FEBRUARY 2, 2025 • YOUTUBE

Plays five minutes in loss Nnaji notched two points (1-3 FG, 0-1 3Pt) and one rebound across five minutes during Saturday's 133-104 loss to the Timberwolves.

Impact Nnaji continues to be used sparingly off the bench, having played more than six minutes on only four occasions this season. Although he has seen the court in six of the past seven games, his minutes have come exclusively during garbage time. Barring multiple injuries to other players, it's hard to see his role increasing.

JANUARY 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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DECEMBER 21, 2024 • HOOPSHYPE.COM

Increased playing time in win Nnaji posted two points (1-3 FG, 0-1 3Pt), one rebound, one assist and one block across 14 minutes during Monday's 121-119 win over the Raptors.

Impact Aaron Gordon suffered a calf injury that is set to sideline him for multiple weeks during Monday's win. This should open up playing time for Nnaji, who logged a season-high 14 minutes against Toronto. Still, Nnaji's production doesn't suggest that he is worthy of significant fantasy consideration.

NOVEMBER 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Moves back to bench Thursday Nnaji is not in the starting lineup for Thursday's preseason game against the Timberwolves, Harrison Wind of TheDNVR.com reports.

Impact Nnaji won't be in the starting unit for the preseason finale since the Nuggets will run with their regular first unit, which includes Nikola Jokic and Aaron Gordon in the frontcourt. Nnaji is expected to be a bench alternative for Denver and is vying with Dario Saric to earn the backup role at center behind Jokic.

OCTOBER 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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OCTOBER 17, 2024 • SACBEE.COM

Gets starting nod Nnaji is in the starting five for Tuesday's preseason game versus the Thunder.

Impact Nnaji will enter the starting lineup with Nikola Jokic (rest) sitting out. However, Nnaji is expected to serve as one of Denver's depth bigs in the frontcourt this season.

OCTOBER 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Gets green light Nnaji (adductor) is available for Sunday's matchup against the Grizzlies.

Impact Nnaji isn't expected to see heavy minutes, as the rest of Denver's usual rotation is healthy. Over his last four appearances, the backup center has averaged 2.8 points and 2.5 rebounds in 9.3 minutes per game.

APRIL 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Listed questionable for Sunday Nnaji is questionable for Sunday's game against the Grizzlies due to right adductor tendinosis.

Impact Groin injuries tend to be quite complicated, and it remains to be seen if Nnaji will be able to feature in the regular season finale Sunday. Even if he's available, Nnaji should be an option off the bench in a best-case scenario.

APRIL 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Available against Spurs Nnaji (thigh) is available against the Spurs on Friday.

Impact Nnaji has been getting the backup center minutes lately, averaging 3.7 points and 3.0 rebounds in 9.3 minutes per game over his last three outings.

APRIL 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Likely to play Friday Nnaji (thigh) is probable for Friday's game against the Spurs.

Impact Although Nnaji continues to deal with right adductor tendinitis, he'll likely be able to suit up once again Friday. Over his last three appearances, he's averaged 3.7 points and 3.0 rebounds in 9.3 minutes per game.

APRIL 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Available Wednesday Nnaji (thigh) will play in Wednesday's game against the Timberwolves.

Impact Nnaji was initially labeled probable with tendinitis in his right thigh but he's been given the green light for Wednesday's contest. Nnaji is averaging 5.5 points, 4.0 rebounds and 1.0 combined steals-plus-blocks across 13.0 minutes per game in his last two appearances.

APRIL 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Probable for Wednesday Nnaji is probable for Wednesday's game against the Timberwolves due to right adductor tendinosis.

Impact Nnaji has been available for the past two matchups, averaging 5.5 points and 4.0 rebounds in 13.0 minutes per game. Although he continues to deal with his adductor injury, he'll likely be able to suit up Wednesday.

APRIL 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Grabs five boards in return Nnaji (adductor) tallied five points (2-3 FG, 1-1 3Pt), five rebounds, one assist and one steal across 14 minutes in Saturday's 142-110 win over the Hawks.

Impact After missing eight straight games with a right adductor injury, Nnaji was upgraded to available ahead of Thursday's game against the Clippers, but head coach Michael Malone didn't turn to the big man off the bench in a narrow two-point win. With Saturday's game proving to be less closely contested, Malone inserted Nnaji back into the rotation as the backup center. Nnaji and Peyton Watson should both see light run at center moving forward whenever starter Nikola Jokic is off the court.

APRIL 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Available for Thursday Nnaji (thigh) will be available to play Thursday against the Clippers.

Impact Nnaji hasn't played since March 17, so while he'll be available Thursday, he'll likely have his minutes monitored. He's not a great target in most formats with Nikola Jokic and Aaron Gordon healthy.

APRIL 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Upgraded to questionable Nnaji (thigh) has been upgraded to questionable for Thursday's game against the Clippers.

Impact Nnaji was initially doubtful for Thursday's matchup, but he's trending in the right direction in the hours leading up to tipoff. However, his status shouldn't significantly impact the Nuggets' rotation, and the team will likely be cautious with his usage since he's missed the last eight games.

APRIL 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Unlikely to play Thursday Nnaji (thigh) is listed as doubtful for Thursday's game versus the Clippers.

Impact Nnaji is expected to miss his ninth straight contest Wednesday due to a right adductor injury. However, Nnaji's likely absence shouldn't significantly impact Denver's rotation.

APRIL 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out, won't play Tuesday Nnaji (thigh) won't play Tuesday against the Spurs.

Impact Nnaji has been bothered by a nagging thigh problem, and the forward is now set to miss an eighth consecutive contest. His next chance to feature will come against the Clippers on Thursday.

APRIL 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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