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Nuggets C Jonas Valanciunas (calf) to miss at least month

The Denver Nuggets already were without star center Nikola Jokic for a minimum of a month, and now his backup will be sidelined for the same period. Jonas Valanciunas strained his right calf on Wednesday, and the team announced a day later that he would be re-evaluated in four weeks.

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'Pressure is a Privilege' – Denver Nuggets Forward Sends Stern Warning for the Rest of the League Amid Injury Crisis

Peyton Watson is confident that the Denver Nuggets will remain competitive despite their ongoing injury crisis at the frontcourt. In case you missed it, the team will be without Nikola Jokic (knee) and Jonas Valanciunas (calf) for several weeks, as they’re both in the medical room.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / January 2

NBA Notes: Nuggets, Jonas Valanciunas, Warriors, Draymond Green, Hawks

The Nuggets will be without another key big man for an extended stretch. Center Jonas Valanciunas will be reevaluated in four weeks after being diagnosed with a right calf strain, sources told Shams Charania of ESPN.

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NBA Analyst Explains How Nikola Jokic’s Injury Could Benefit the Nuggets in the Playoffs

The injury bug has been relentless for the Denver Nuggets this season, never letting them fully settle into a rhythm. Just when it feels like things are turning a corner, another key piece ends up sidelined.

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Nikola Jokic News / Athlon Sports / January 1

Denver Nuggets Get More Bad News After Nikola Jokic Announcement

The Denver Nuggets announced on Tuesday that superstar big man Nikola Jokic is expected to be sidelined for a significant period after he suffered a knee injury in Monday’s 147-123 blowout loss to the Miami Heat.

Jonas Valanciunas News / Hoops Rumors / January 1

Jonas Valanciunas Out At Least Four Weeks With Calf Strain

Nuggets center Jonas Valanciunas will be reevaluated in four weeks after being diagnosed with a right calf strain, sources tell Shams Charania of ESPN (Twitter link).

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Bulls, Nuggets Had Serious Trade Talks to Swap Offensive Stars

The Denver Nuggets and Chicago Bulls were reportedly deep in trade talks earlier last season for a potential swap involving Zach LaVine and Michael Porter Jr.

NBA News / Field Level Media / January 1

Injury-riddled Nuggets visit suddenly healthy Cavaliers

Much of the luster was taken away from the Denver Nuggets' only regular-season visit to Cleveland when superstar center Nikola Jokic hyperextended his left knee on Monday and was ruled out until at least late January.

Jamal Murray News / NBA Analysis Network / January 1

Nuggets star Jamal Murray makes his top priority known in his 10th NBA season

Jamal Murray has his work cut out for him with the Denver Nuggets missing four starters. Nikola Jokic suffered a knee hyperextension against the Miami Heat and he will be reevaluated in four weeks.

Denver Nuggets News / Denver Nuggets on SI / January 1

David Adelman Comments on Jonas Valanciunas' Concerning Injury

The Denver Nuggets went into Wednesday's game without four starters, including three-time MVP Nikola Jokic, all due to injuries. Still, though, the injury-ridden team managed to pick up a huge road win over the Toronto Raptors, but things managed to get worse for them.

Denver Nuggets News / EssentiallySports / January 1

Nuggets Hit With Another Concerning Blow After Nikola Jokic Knee Injury

Somehow, the Denver Nuggets have upset the basketball gods. Their injury roster keeps getting longer with every game they play. First, Aaron Gordon’s name went up, then Christian Braun, and Cam Johnson followed.

Nikola Jokic News / EssentiallySports / January 1

Nuggets HC Issues Statement on Fresh Injury Setback After Nikola Jokic Blow

2025 decided to claim the Denver Nuggets in one final double whammy. We haven’t even recovered from watching Nikola Jokic go down in ugly fashion. But while their next trip to Toronto ended in a win without the Joker, it wasn’t without another disaster.

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Instant Analysis: Nuggets Overcome Injury Absences In Shocking Win Over Raptors

The Denver Nuggets continue to find ways to win, even under less-than-ideal circumstances. Short-handed and missing four starters, Denver leaned on depth, discipline, and execution to grind out another impressive result.

Peyton Watson News / Field Level Media / December 31

Peyton Watson tallies 24 as short-handed Nuggets hold off Raptors

Peyton Watson scored 24 points and added eight rebounds on Wednesday night and the injury-depleted Denver Nuggets defeated the host Toronto Raptors 106-103.

Jonas Valanciunas News / Denver Nuggets on SI / December 31

Nuggets' Jonas Valanciunas Leaves vs Raptors With Injury

The Denver Nuggets have seemingly been hit with another injury to a critical piece of their rotation. During the Nuggets' third quarter of action vs. the Toronto Raptors, center Jonas Valanciunas went down with an apparent calf injury and would head to the locker room.

Nikola Jokic News / Fadeaway World / December 31

Nikola Jokic Shows Encouraging Progress 48 Hours After Scary Knee Injury

The Denver Nuggets received a much-needed dose of optimism as concerns around Nikola Jokic’s knee injury began to ease. Less than two days after a scary on-court incident, visual evidence has surfaced suggesting the situation may not be as dire as initially feared.

Spencer Jones News / Last Word On Sports / December 31

The Nuggets Are Set To Make Important Spencer Jones Decision

Denver revamped its bench in the offseason after a cost-cutting trade. That decision created an offensive powerhouse. The Nuggets lead the league in scoring at 125.7 points per game.