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The Denver Nuggets will be without three crucial role players during their Christmas Day matchup against the Minnesota Timberwolves on Thursday. First things first, Nikola Jokic is fit and cleared to suit up against Anthony Edwards' team. The Serbian superstar has put up unprecedented numbers this season and currently leads the MVP race.
His availability only bolsters the Nuggets' chance of winning against the rampant Timberwolves unit, which has won eight of its last 10 games and is currently riding a three-game winning streak.
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Meanwhile, Denver was hit with a brutal Cam Johnson injury blow as the star wing was ruled out with a right knee hyperextension injury. He underwent an MRI, which revealed a bone bruise and no structural damage. There is no timeline on Johnson's return just yet, but he is expected to miss one to three weeks.
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He played in the Nuggets' nail-biting one-point loss against the Dallas Mavericks on Tuesday. Johnson finished with eight points, two rebounds and three assists, while shooting 3 of 7, including 2 of 3 from deep. The Nuggets will miss Johnson's 3-point shooting and length on the court.
Aaron Gordon and Christian Braun are yet to completely recover from a right hamstring strain and left ankle sprain, respectively. They are both ruled out and the Nuggets would have to contend without their two main starters' services once again.
How to watch Denver Nuggets vs. Minnesota Timberwolves?
The Denver Nuggets vs. Minnesota Timberwolves game will take place at the Ball Arena in Denver, Colorado, on Thursday. The game will tip off at 10:30 p.m. EST (7:30 p.m. PT).
The Nuggets vs. Timberwolves game will be telecast live on ESPN and ABC. Live streaming will be available on the NBA League Pass and Fubo TV app and website (regional restrictions may apply).
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Edited by Atishay Jain
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