The Denver Nuggets head to Sacramento on Tuesday, November 11th, at 11:00 PM ET, aiming to extend their 7-2 record, but injuries to key players could impact rotations.
Jamal Murray is listed as probable with left calf tightness, while Aaron Gordon is probable with a left hamstring concern. Several two-way and G League players, including Tamar Bates, Curtis Jones, and DaRon Holmes II, are out.
For the Kings, Sacramento’s 3-7 start has been hampered by injuries as well. Domantas Sabonis is questionable with a left ribcage contusion, and Keegan Murray is out recovering from a left thumb UCL injury. Dylan Cardwell, Daeqwon Plowden, and Isaiah Stevens are sidelined due to G League assignments.
Denver has relied heavily on Nikola Jokic this season, who is averaging 25.2 points, 13 rebounds, and 11.9 assists per game. Jamal Murray has contributed 22.8 points and 5.3 assists per contest, but his availability remains uncertain. Aaron Gordon has added 20.1 points per game while providing 5.4 rebounds.
Sacramento has leaned on Zach LaVine and DeMar DeRozan for scoring. LaVine is averaging 25.2 points, while DeRozan adds 20.8 points per contest. Sabonis continues to anchor the frontcourt with 15.3 points and 14 rebounds per game when active. Russell Westbrook has also played a significant role in distributing the ball with 3.6 assists per game.
The Nuggets have been strong at home and on the road, winning six of nine games. Denver’s recent four-game winning streak includes victories over Miami, Golden State, and Indiana.
Sacramento has struggled, losing seven of ten games. The Kings are 1-4 on the road and 2-3 at home.
