CAMERON JOHNSON NEWS

Pops for season-high 28 Johnson chipped in 28 points (10-16 FG, 6-9 3Pt, 2-2 FT), six rebounds, one assist, one block and two steals over 38 minutes during Friday's 139-136 loss to San Antonio.

Impact The 28 points were a season high for Johnson, topping the 20 points he scored just six days prior against the Kings. The 29-year-old wing is beginning to look more comfortable in a Denver jersey, and over the last six games he's averaging 18.0 points, 4.8 boards, 3.3 threes, 2.5 assists and 0.8 steals while shooting 58.7 percent from the floor and a dazzling 62.5 percent (20-for-32) from beyond the arc.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Denver takes road win streak into matchup with Phoenix

Denver will try to keep its six-game road win streak alive when the Nuggets take on Phoenix

4 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Cameron Johnson is providing underrated impact to the Nuggets Cameron Johnson may be struggling with his shot, but he's making a massive impact for the Nuggets in other ways.

NOVEMBER 24 • NUGGLOVE.COM

Nuggets' resolution to Cameron Johnson shooting woes screams Michael Porter Jr. The Nuggets are experiencing some growing pains with Cam Johnson, and these issues are all too reminiscent of Michael Porter Jr.

NOVEMBER 23 • NUGGLOVE.COM

Regresses in win Johnson accumulated nine points (2-6 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 4-4 FT), five rebounds, one assist, one block and one steal over 32 minutes during Friday's 112-109 win over the Rockets.

Impact Johnson scored single digits for the third time in his past five appearances, continuing what has been a frustrating season. However, he has played at least 32 minutes in three straight games, an encouraging sign despite the inconsistent production. With Aaron Gordon now likely to miss time due to a hamstring injury, managers should be holding Johnson, at least for another week.

NOVEMBER 22 • ROTOWIRE

"Unless God said I'm done shooting" - Cameron Johnson's desperate fight to break career-worst slump Cameron Johnson said his start to the 2025-26 NBA season with the Denver Nuggets has been one of the toughest stretches of his career.

NOVEMBER 19 • BASKETBALLNETWORK.NET

Hits for season-high 19 in return Johnson totaled 19 points (6-12 FG, 5-7 3Pt, 2-2 FT), four rebounds and three assists in 37 minutes during Monday's 130-127 loss to the Bulls.

Impact After sitting out the Nuggets' prior game Saturday due to bicep soreness, Johnson looked 100 percent healthy in his return as he set new season highs in points and made threes. The 29-year-old wing is struggling to find new role in the offense to begin his first season in Denver, scoring in double digits only four times in his first 12 games while shooting what would be a career-worst 38.9 percent from the floor and 28.9 percent from three-point range. Monday's performance could be a sign that he's starting to get comfortable in his new environment.

NOVEMBER 18 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go vs. Bulls Johnson (biceps) has been cleared to play Monday against Chicago.

Impact It was reported shortly before tipoff that the Nuggets expected Johnson to return to the floor Monday, so this update aligns with what was previously stated by the team. He was averaging 7.2 points, 2.0 rebounds and 2.6 assists in his previous five matchups before going down with the biceps injury Wednesday against the Clippers.

NOVEMBER 18 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to return Monday The Nuggets expect Johnson (biceps) to play Monday against the Bulls, Vinny Benedetto of The Denver Gazette reports.

Impact Johnson missed Saturday's clash against the Timberwolves due to a right biceps strain but is continuing to trend in the right direction as Monday's game approaches. Assuming he's cleared before tipoff, he should return to the starting lineup following a one-game absence.

NOVEMBER 18 • ROTOWIRE

Chicago faces Denver, aims to break 5-game slide

Chicago aims to stop its five-game slide with a win against Denver

NOVEMBER 17 • Associated Press

Questionable against Chicago Johnson (biceps) is questionable for Monday's game against the Bulls.

Impact Johnson missed Saturday's game against the Timberwolves due to a right biceps strain, which now has his status for Monday's contest in question. If he is unable to play, Bruce Brown and Tim Hardaway could see expanded roles.

NOVEMBER 16 • ROTOWIRE

Listed out vs. Minnesota Johnson (biceps) won't play in Saturday's game against Minnesota.

Impact A right biceps strain suffered in Wednesday's game against the Clippers will cost Johnson at least one contest. His next chance to return comes Monday against the Bulls. With Christian Braun (ankle) on the shelf, Bruce Brown and Tim Hardaway both might be set up for a move to the starting lineup Saturday.

NOVEMBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

Won't return Wednesday Johnson (arm) has been ruled out for the remainder of Wednesday's game against the Clippers.

Impact Johnson departed the game in the first half with a strained right arm, and he's been shut down for the rest of the night due to the injury. He will finish the contest with two points (1-3 FG, 0-1 3Pt) and three rebounds over eight minutes. Spencer Jones, Bruce Brown and Tim Hardaway could each see more action the rest of the way. Johnson's next chance to play will come Saturday at Minnesota.

NOVEMBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable to return Johnson is listed as questionable to return to Wednesday's game against the Clippers due to a right arm strain, Law Murray of The Athletic reports.

Impact Johnson intentionally fouled to get himself off the floor before heading back to the locker room with an arm injury. While the forward is sidelined, Tim Hardaway and Bruce Brown could see more action.

NOVEMBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Nuggets have simple solution to Cameron Johnson problem The Nuggets haven't seen Cam Johnson get going yet, but there's a simple solution to nip this problem in the bud.

NOVEMBER 11 • NUGGLOVE.COM

Thunder may have dodged a major bullet by missing out on top trade target It wasn't all that long ago when Cameron Johnson was considered a top trade target for the OKC Thunder. Less than a year ago, reports were r...

NOVEMBER 11 • THUNDEROUSINTENTIONS.COM

Cameron Johnson trade is quietly turning into a disaster for the Nuggets It's still early in the season, but so far, the Nuggets' trade for Cameron Johnson has been a total disaster.

NOVEMBER 11 • NUGGLOVE.COM

Goes scoreless in rout Johnson posted zero points (0-3 FG, 0-2 3Pt), one rebound, four assists and one steal over 25 minutes during Friday's 129-104 win over the Warriors.

Impact Johnson's transition to Denver has been a rocky process thus far, as a nagging shoulder injury and poor shooting have compromised his production. He's only scored in double digits twice the season, demonstrating a massive regression at the position once occupied by Michael Porter. With Tim Hardaway and Bruce Brown also vying for playing time, Johnson will need to step up to keep his starting gig.

NOVEMBER 8 • ROTOWIRE

Nuggets fans should not (yet) panic over Cam Johnson's cold shooting Cameron Johnson is shooting 25% from three. Should the Nuggets worry? Why his early-season struggles might be a benefit throughout the cours...

NOVEMBER 5 • NUGGLOVE.COM

Available to play Johnson (shoulder) is available for Monday's game against the Kings, as expected.

Impact Johnson has been on the injury report with the probable tag for the past two games, and he continues to play through the shoulder issue. Expect him to play his usual minutes Monday evening.

NOVEMBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

Probable for Monday Johnson (shoulder) is listed as probable for Monday's game against the Kings.

Impact Johnson is dealing with lingering right shoulder inflammation, though he has yet to miss a game this season. The 29-year-old forward has struggled over five regular-season outings, averaging 8.2 points, 3.2 rebounds and 1.4 assists while shooting 39.4 percent from the field in 26.8 minutes per contest.

NOVEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Rough start to season continues Johnson finished with nine points (3-7 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 2-2 FT), six rebounds, one assist and one steal in 31 minutes during Friday's 109-107 loss to the Trail Blazers.

Impact Johnson continued his disappointing start to the season, scoring single digits for the fourth time in the past five games. The fact that he played 31 minutes could be viewed as a positive, having reached 30 minutes only once prior to this performance. Managers will need to exercise patience here, in the hope that he can turn things around as he becomes more familiar with his new surroundings.

NOVEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Available to play Friday Johnson (shoulder) will be available for Friday's game in Portland.

Impact Johnson will continue to play through the shoulder issue and should be available for his usual minutes Friday night. Through the first four games of the season, Johnson is averaging 8.0 points, 2.5 rebounds, 1.5 assists and 1.3 triples per contest.

NOVEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Final Injury Report for Nuggets-Trail Blazers, Will Jamal Murray, Cameron Johnson Play? The Denver Nuggets may be without multiple key players in Friday's game against the Portland Trail Blazers.

OCTOBER 31 • THENEWSTRIBUNE.COM

Probable for Friday Johnson (shoulder) is probable to play Friday against the Trail Blazers.

Impact Johnson has been dealing with right shoulder inflammation over the past two games, but he's been playing through it, and it looks like he will continue to do so Friday night. Check back for official confirmation on his status closer to tip-off.

OCTOBER 30 • ROTOWIRE