Zeke Nnaji News, Rumors, Updates - Denver Nuggets

Plays 24 minutes in move to bench Nnaji finished with four points (1-5 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 2-2 FT), seven rebounds and one block across 24 minutes in Tuesday's 99-98 win over the Pelicans.

Impact Though Nnaji headed back to the bench after a two-game run as the Nuggets' starting center, he still saw some overlap with Nikola Jokic (hamstring), who played 36 minutes in his return to the court. At this point, Nnaji appears to have established himself as Jokic's top backup ahead of DeAndre Jordan, but Nnaji will likely lose out on opportunities to play more at power forward once Michael Porter (personal) is back in the fold.

JANUARY 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Nuggets Postgame Media: Zeke Nnaji | DEN vs. NOP

JANUARY 25, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Records double-double in relief Nnaji contributed 12 points (3-5 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 4-8 FT), 10 rebounds, one assist and two blocks across 28 minutes during Sunday's 101-99 loss to the Thunder.

Impact Although Nnaji will never match the consistency of Nikola Jokic (hamstring), he's doing a respectable job of propping up the interior for the Nuggets. Sunday marked his first double-double of the season, but he will likely head back to the bench just as he begins to establish a rhythm. With that said, hamstring injuries tend to be unpredictable, so Nnaji may still hold some fantasy value during Denver's upcoming back-to-back, should Jokic sit out one-half of that set.

JANUARY 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Gilgeous-Alexander hits winner, lifts Thunder past Nuggets

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander banked in a decisive 8-foot jumper with 9.2 seconds remaining and finished with 34 points as the Oklahoma City Thunder snapped Denver’s league-leading nine-...

JANUARY 23, 2023 • Associated Press

Multi-cat performance in spot start Nnaji logged seven points (2-4 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 2-3 FT), three rebounds, one assist, one block and three steals in 26 minutes during Friday's 134-111 win over Indiana.

Impact Nnaji replaced Nikola Jokic (hamstring) in the starting lineup Friday, ending with a low-volume, yet serviceable effort. Despite being a regular piece in the rotation, this was only the third time all season playing more than 25 minutes. Unfortunately, his typical role yields nothing more than top-250 value, making him an afterthought in most fantasy formats.

JANUARY 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting sans Jokic Nnaji will start Friday's game against the Packers.

Impact Nnaji will draw a spot start with Nikola Jokic (hamstring) sidelined. The backup center has averaged 7.0 points and 4.5 rebounds in 23.0 minutes across his previous two starts this year.

JANUARY 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Decent total in 19 minutes Nnaji ended Friday's 115-103 win over the Clippers with nine points (3-5 FG, 3-5 FT), seven rebounds and one block in 19 minutes.

Impact The Nuggets hope they never have to contend with a Nikola Jokic (wrist) absence, but bench warmers like Nnaji helped to ease the blow Friday. DeAndre Jordan couldn't get much going against his former team, allowing the Arizona product to see extra playing time. Although his fantasy impact is minimal, Nnaji's often seen in mop-up duty in a lopsided Denver victory in addition to some regular rotation minutes.

JANUARY 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go Wednesday Nnaji (knee) will play in Wednesday's game against the Suns.

Impact Nnaji picked up a knee contusion in Monday's game against the Lakers but has been given the green light Wednesday. He will likely maintain his role as a depth piece and play his typical 10-15 minutes.

JANUARY 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Termed probable Wednesday Nnaji is considered probable for Wednesday's game versus the Suns despite a right knee contusion.

Impact Nnaji appears to be working through a minor knee bruise but doesn't look to be in danger of missing time. Assuming he suits up like usual versus Phoenix, the third-year forward should again slot in as a frontcourt bench piece.

JANUARY 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Balanced two-way effort Thursday Nnaji provided 13 points (5-6 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 3-3 FT), six rebounds, two assists, one block and one steal in 24 minutes during Thursday's 122-91 win over the Clippers.

Impact Nnaji had his best game of the season Thursday, cashing in as the second unit played out the entire second half. With the Nuggets up big, both teams opted to go with their fringe guys, providing managers with some confusing fantasy lines. Given Nnaji had played more than 15 minutes only once in the past five weeks, managers should feel pretty comfortable looking at this as an outlier, as opposed to what they can expect moving forward.

JANUARY 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Heads to bench Nnaji will return to the second unit Friday.

Impact Nnaji received a pair of spot starts in the place of Aaron Gordon (shoulder), but with Gordon back he will shift back to the bench. Prior to the starting stint, Nnaji hadn't logged 15 minutes since Nov. 28.

DECEMBER 31, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Bounces back Wednesday Nnaji produced 14 points (7-9 FG, 0-1 3Pt), three rebounds, one block and one steal across 31 minutes during Wednesday's 127-126 loss to the Kings.

Impact Nnaji has started the past two games with Aaron Gordon (shoulder) sidelined. After going 0-for-3 for zero points in 15 minutes during Tuesday's win, Nnaji impressed on the second night of the back-to-back. That said, his 31 minutes resulted from Jamal Murray (knee) and Bruce Brown (ankle) also missing Wednesday's effort. Once the team is healthier, Nnaji should go back to a minimal role.

DECEMBER 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Posts goose egg in starting role Nnaji had zero points (0-3 FG, 0-1 3Pt) and six rebounds in 15 minutes before fouling out of Tuesday's 113-106 victory over Sacramento.

Impact Nnaji moved into the starting lineup Tuesday but laid an egg, failing to score during his limited time on the court. While Nnaji typically won't blow anyone away with his production, he should be better than he was Tuesday on most nights. If Aaron Gordon (shoulder) misses more time, Nnaji should remain on the streaming radar in deeper leagues despite Tuesday's rough performance.

DECEMBER 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Set to start Tuesday Nnaji is in the starting lineup for Tuesday's game against the Kings, James Ham of ESPN 1320 Sacramento reports.

Impact Nnaji will replace Aaron Gordon (shoulder) in the starting five Tuesday. The third-year forward will make his first start of the season.

DECEMBER 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Available Sunday Nnaji (finger) is available for Sunday's Christmas Day matchup against Phoenix, independent NBA writer T.J. McBride reports.

Impact Nnaji hurt his finger during Friday's win over the Trail Blazers, but he was probable ahead of Sunday's game and will officially be able to suit up. Coach Michael Malone said Nnaji won't face any restrictions against the Suns.

DECEMBER 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Probable Sunday Nnaji is probable for Sunday's Christmas Day game against the Suns due to a sprained left finger.

Impact Putting aside Nnaji's sprained finger, which isn't expected to sideline him, the forward could see an expanded role over the next month while Jeff Green (hand, finger) is shelved. Nnaji's role has fluctuated based on the Nuggets' injury situation, but it seems possible he'll regularly begin seeing double-digit minutes. When seeing at least 10 minutes this year, he's averaged 6.7 points and 1.9 rebounds.

DECEMBER 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Nuggets Postgame Media: Zeke Nnaji | POR vs. DEN

DECEMBER 24, 2022 • YOUTUBE

Available to play Wednesday Nnaji (illness) isn't listed on the injury report ahead of Wednesday's contest against Houston.

Impact Despite being considered questionable with an illness heading into the contest, Nnaji will be available to play for the Nuggets on Wednesday. The forward has averaged 5.4 points and 1.6 rebounds across 14 outings this year.

DECEMBER 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable Wednesday Nnaji is questionable to play in Wednesday's matchup with the Rockets due to a non-COVID illness.

Impact Nnaji is questionable to miss his first game since Nov. 9. If Nnaji can't play Wednesday, his next opportunity will be in Friday's game against Atlanta.

NOVEMBER 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Jokic, Murray lead Nuggets to 129-113 win over Rockets

Nikola Jokic had 32 points and 12 rebounds, Jamal Murray scored a season-high 31 and the Denver Nuggets defeated the Houston Rockets 129-113

NOVEMBER 29, 2022 • Associated Press

Lands additional playing time Nnaji chipped in 13 points (5-7 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 2-3 FT), three rebounds and one steal over 26 minutes during Wednesday's 106-103 loss to New York.

Impact Nnaji stepped into a larger role with both Nikola Jokic (health and safety protocols) and Aaron Gordon (illness) on the sideline, putting up a season-high 13 points. While it is always nice to see fringe players getting an opportunity, given the fact he had failed to see more than nine minutes in any game prior to Wednesday, this is not something fantasy managers need to pay attention to moving forward.

NOVEMBER 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Available Wednesday Nnaji (ankle) is available for Wednesday's game against the Pacers.

Impact After his status was updated to questionable Wednesday morning, it appears Nnaji will return from a two-game absence and be active for Wednesday's tilt with Indiana. Nnaji hasn't eclipsed the 10-minute mark in any of the five games he's appeared in this season, so his presence isn't likely to affect Denver's rotation much.

NOVEMBER 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Upgraded to questionable Nnaji (ankle) was upgraded to questionable ahead of Wednesday's game against the Pacers.

Impact Nnaji has missed the last two games and was initially listed as doubtful for Wednesday's matchup. Even if he's unable to play against Indiana, it's encouraging that the Nuggets upgraded his status prior to tipoff.

NOVEMBER 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful Wednesday Nnaji (ankle) is doubtful for Wednesday's game at Indiana.

Impact The forward will presumably miss a third straight game. His absence hasn't affected the rotation much.

NOVEMBER 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Nuggets face the Pacers, seek 4th straight win

Denver heads into a matchup with Indiana as winners of three straight games

NOVEMBER 8, 2022 • Associated Press

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