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Injury Report: Watson Out, Murray & Johnson In for Nuggets vs. Rockets
12 Mar
Summary
- Peyton Watson sidelined for a month with a hamstring injury.
- Jamal Murray and Cameron Johnson are expected to play despite injuries.
- Dorian Finney-Smith and Jae'Sean Tate are out for the Rockets due to injuries.
The Denver Nuggets and Houston Rockets are slated for their third season meeting on Wednesday, with both teams aiming to make a significant statement. The Nuggets will continue to navigate the absence of Peyton Watson, their promising two-way wing, who has been out for a month with a hamstring injury. Despite Watson's absence, Denver expects key players Jamal Murray (ankle) and Cameron Johnson (back) to be available.
Conversely, the Rockets will be dealing with their own injury concerns. They will be without Dorian Finney-Smith, who is sidelined with an ankle injury, and Jae'Sean Tate, who is out due to a knee injury. This leaves a gap in their wing depth. However, Houston's core trio of Kevin Durant, Amen Thompson, and Alperen Sengun are healthy and prepared to challenge Denver. The game is scheduled for 8 p.m. MT, with the Nuggets looking to snap a two-game losing streak.
