The Nuggets held a Tuesday practice that produced hopeful news for two recently sidelined players. Veteran forwards Aaron Gordon and Cam Johnson were in uniform and participating, signaling a potential return for Wednesday’s game against the Utah Jazz.
However, the session also brought less favorable updates. Zeke Nnaji and Spencer Jones did not practice and are listed as day-to-day, leaving their status uncertain for the near term.
Gordon has been dealing with a calf issue and had been on track to play recently before being scratched in a previous outing. Nuggets head coach David Adelman emphasized the injury’s delicacy, noting that teams must prioritize long-term health over short-term returns.
Johnson played in the Nuggets’ prior game against the Warriors, starting and logging 19 minutes before leaving with back spasms. He later indicated that he could have returned under different circumstances, though he did not finish that game.
With the Nuggets aiming for their 49th win of the season, the upcoming Injury Report from Denver should clarify whether Gordon and Johnson will both be available to face the Jazz. The team continues to monitor Nnaji and Jones, whose day-to-day status will influence rotation decisions moving forward.
In summary, Gordon and Johnson’s practice presence offers a positive sign for a midweek return, while uncertainty remains for Nnaji and Jones as the Nuggets prepare for a pivotal road matchup.
