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Brown, Nnaji lead Nuggets over Kings, end 3-game skid

Bruce Brown had a team-high 21 points and six assists, Zeke Nnaji added 18 points and seven rebounds off the bench, and the short-handed Denver Nuggets rallied from a 17-point firs...

APRIL 9, 2023 • Associated Press

Available Thursday Nnaji (knee) will play Thursday against the Suns.

Impact Nnaji has been dealing with a right knee issue for the past few games, but he'll make his return to the lineup Thursday. With most of the Nuggets' starters not playing, it's possible that Nnaji starts and sees extended minutes.

APRIL 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable Tuesday Nnaji (knee) is questionable for Tuesday's game against Houston.

Impact Nnaji missed Sunday's game against the Warriors due to a right knee issue, and it's unclear whether he'll be able to return Tuesday. Nikola Jokic (calf) is also questionable, while Thomas Bryant and DeAndre Jordan would likely see increased playing time if Nnaji or Jokic is out.

APRIL 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Nuggets Postgame Media: Zeke Nnaji | DEN vs. MIL

MARCH 26, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Returns from 17-game absence Nnaji recorded four points (2-2 FG), five rebounds, one assist and one block across 12 minutes during Sunday's 108-102 victory over the Nets.

Impact Sunday marked Nnaji's first action since Feb. 5, when he sustained a sprained shoulder. The Arizona product was eased back into the rotation and should be set for a slight uptick in minutes down the stretch as one of Denver's few trusted reserve big men behind Nikola Jokic. With Nnaji back in the mix, Thomas Bryant was a DNP-CD on Sunday.

MARCH 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Officially available Nnaji (shoulder) will play in Saturday's game against the Knicks.

Impact Nnaji will make his first appearance since Feb. 5 after dealing with a sprained right shoulder. Considering the lengthy absence, he will likely face a minutes restriction for the contest. Although it's unclear how much he will play, he could swipe some minutes away from Jeff Green, Vlatko Cancar and Thomas Bryant.

MARCH 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to play Saturday Nnaji (shoulder) is in line to play Saturday against the Knicks, Mike Singer of The Denver Post reports.

Impact Nnaji has been sidelined since Feb. 5 with a sprained right shoulder but will be available to make a return to the hardwood. Nnaji saw at least 20 minutes of playing time in six of his last nine games leading up to the injury but will likely be under a heavy minutes restriction given the month-long absence. Regardless, his return could mean fewer minutes for Jeff Green, Vlatko Cancar and Thomas Bryant.

MARCH 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable against Knicks Nnaji (shoulder) is questionable for Saturday's game versus the Knicks.

Impact Nnaji hasn't played since Feb. 5 due to a right shoulder sprain. Saturday's game coincides with his re-evaluation timetable, but the Nuggets have yet to provide any information about his status. Even if Nnaji can't suit up against Knicks, his questionable tag seems to indicate he will return to action soon.

MARCH 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

To be re-evaluated in two weeks Nnaji (shoulder) is expected to be re-evaluated in two weeks, Harrison Wind of TheDNVR.com reports.

Impact Nnaji has missed the Nuggets' previous ten games due to a right shoulder sprain. A re-evaluation in two weeks indicates a return in late March at best, as he will likely take some time to ramp things up before returning to the court. Given the Nuggets' No. 1 status in the Western Conference, they will presumably not rush him back into things.

MARCH 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Still out Friday Nnaji (shoulder) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Grizzlies.

Impact Nnaji will miss a 10th consecutive game due to a right shoulder sprain, and it's unclear when he'll be able to return. His next opportunity to do so will be Monday against Toronto.

MARCH 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Listed out again Nnaji (shoulder) remains out Tuesday against Houston.

Impact This will be nine straight absences for Nnaji, who continues to nurse a sprained right shoulder. He's without a clear timetable, but his absence shouldn't have a major impact on the Nuggets' rotation so long as Thomas Bryant, Aaron Gordon, Jeff Green and Vlatko Cancar are healthy.

FEBRUARY 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out for Sunday Nnaji (shoulder) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Clippers.

Impact Nnaji has been unable to overcome a right shoulder sprain and is set to miss an eighth straight contest. His next chance to feature will come Tuesday at Houston.

FEBRUARY 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Saturday Nnaji (shoulder) is out for Saturday's game versus the Grizzlies.

Impact Nnaji's absence streak will extend to seven games due to a right shoulder sprain. His next chance to suit up is Sunday's matchup with the Clippers.

FEBRUARY 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Still out Nnaji (shoulder) has been ruled out for Thursday's matchup versus Cleveland.

Impact Nnaji missed five straight contests heading into the All-Star break and will remain sidelined for Denver's first game of the second-half schedule. Aaron Gordon (ribs) also remains out, so Jeff Green and Vlatko Cancar are expected to continue garnering major minutes at power forward.

FEBRUARY 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Nnaji (shoulder) has been ruled out for Wednesday's matchup against Dallas.

Impact Nnaji will miss a fifth straight game heading into the All-Star break. Aaron Gordon has also missed time during that stretch with a rib contusion, allowing Jeff Green and Vlatko Cancar to draw increased playing time at power forward.

FEBRUARY 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out Monday Nnaji (shoulder) will not play Monday versus Miami.

Impact Nnaji has missed the past three games for Denver, and his minutes have been divvied up amongst Jeff Green, DeAndre Jordan and Thomas Bryant. It'll be more of the same on Monday night, and Nnaji's next opportunity to play will come Wednesday against the Mavericks.

FEBRUARY 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out Saturday Nnaji (shoulder) won't play in Saturday's game in Charlotte.

Impact He'll miss his third consecutive game on account of the injury. With Nnaji out of the mix, the newly acquire Thomas Bryant -- who is listed as questionable for Saturday's contest -- could enter the rotation as the top backup to Nikola Jokic.

FEBRUARY 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Not on injury report Nnaji (shoulder) isn't on the injury report for Saturday's game against the Hornets.

Impact Nnaji missed the last two games due to a shoulder issue but should be available for Saturday's matchup. He's come off the bench in his last five appearances and has averaged 4.8 points and 2.2 rebounds in 13.6 minutes per game during that time.

FEBRUARY 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Officially out Thursday Nnaji (shoulder) won't play in Thursday's game versus the Magic.

Impact Initially deemed doubtful for the contest, this was the expected outcome for the third-year big man. He will indeed miss his second consecutive game, leaving the Nuggets thin behind Nikola Jokic on Thursday. Even when healthy, Nnaji is facing new competition for minutes in the frontcourt after the Jazz traded for Thomas Bryant from the Lakers ahead of the trade deadline.

FEBRUARY 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Unlikely to play Thursday Nnaji (shoulder) is doubtful for Thursday's game against the Magic.

Impact Nnaji was unavailable Tuesday against Minnesota due to his shoulder injury, and he'll likely sit out a second consecutive game. If he's sidelined once again, DeAndre Jordan and Jeff Green are candidates to see increased run.

FEBRUARY 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out against Minnesota Nnaji (shoulder) won't play in Tuesday's game versus the Timberwolves, Brendan Vogt of TheDNVR.com reports.

Impact Nnaji has been downgraded from questionable to out Tuesday due to a right shoulder sprain. His next chance to suit up is Thursday's matchup with the Magic.

FEBRUARY 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable Tuesday Nnaji is questionable for Tuesday's contest against Minnesota due to a shoulder sprain, Vinny Benedetto of The Denver Gazette reports.

Impact Nnaji has appeared in 19 straight games for the Nuggets but appears to be at risk of missing Tuesday's outing due to a shoulder injury. If Nnaji is ultimately ruled out, the likes of DeAndre Jordan and Jeff Green figure to see slightly more usage.

FEBRUARY 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Nuggets Postgame Media: Zeke Nnaji | ATL vs. DEN

FEBRUARY 5, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Heads back to bench Nnaji will appear off the bench Saturday versus the 76ers.

Impact Nnaji claimed his third start in four games with Nikola Jokic out Wednesday, but he'll move back to the bench Saturday with Jokic set to reclaim his starting spot. Nnaji should see a slight decline in his minutes as a result, though he's off the radar in most fantasy formats regardless.

JANUARY 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Moves to starting unit Nnaji is in the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against the Bucks.

Impact The Nuggets are set to rest almost their entire regular starting lineup, and this will lead to more minutes for Nnaji, who will start in the frontcourt alongside Aaron Gordon. This will be the fifth start of the campaign for Nnaji, who's averaging 8.3 points and 5.5 rebounds per game in that role.

JANUARY 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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Brown, Nnaji lead Nuggets over Kings, end 3-game skid