Gordon (calf) is available for Sunday's game against the Magic.
Gordon was initially listed as probable due to injury management of his right calf, but the forward will give it a go and should continue to see minutes off the bench. He's averaging 12.3 points, 4.7 rebounds and 1.7 assists per game across his previous three outings on the second unit.
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Nuggets' Aaron Gordon: Probable for Sunday
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Gordon (calf) is probable for Sunday's game against Orlando.
Gordon continues to manage soreness in his right calf. He returned from a one-game absence Friday against the Heat, finishing with 16 points (5-8 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 5-5 FT), six rebounds, three assists and one turnover in 22 minutes. He could have a similar role off the bench Sunday as the Nuggets continue to ease him back into things.
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Nuggets' Aaron Gordon: Coming off bench
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Gordon (calf) will play off the bench Friday against the Heat, Vic Lombardi of Altitude Sports reports.
After sitting out Wednesday's game against the Rockets in the second leg of a back-to-back set, Gordon will shake off a questionable tag to suit up Friday. He's not 100 percent yet, however, so the Nuggets will likely watch his minutes closely with the second unit.
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Nuggets' Aaron Gordon: Iffy for Friday
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Gordon (calf) has been listed as questionable for Friday's game against the Heat.
Gordon missed Wednesday's game against the Rockets, which resulted in a 20-point loss by the Nuggets at home. The veteran forward has only played in 16 games this season. If he doesn't play on Friday, Peyton Watson and Russell Westbrook may see more time on the floor for Denver.
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Nuggets' Aaron Gordon: Missing second half of B2B
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Gordon (injury management) won't play in Wednesday's game against the Rockets.
Gordon missed nine straight games due to a right calf injury but appeared in each of the Nuggets' previous two games, including Tuesday's win over Dallas. He'll get the night off Wednesday for rest purposes, leaving more opportunities for Russell Westbrook and Peyton Watson. Gordon should be good to go for Friday's game at Miami.
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Nuggets' Aaron Gordon: Iffy for Wednesday
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Gordon is questionable for Wednesday's game versus Houston due to right calf injury management.
Wednesday's game is the second leg of a back-to-back set, and there's a good chance the Nuggets hold Gordon out for rest purposes -- he's played in two consecutive games since returning from injury. If that happens, Russell Westbrook and Peyton Watson could absorb more minutes for the Nuggets.
Gordon supplied eight points (2-9 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 4-4 FT), two rebounds, one block and one steal over 18 minutes during Tuesday's 118-99 win over Dallas.
Gordon came off the bench for the second game in a row, and he's played 18 minutes in both contests against Dallas, scoring 13 and eight points, respectively. Gordon should eventually return to a starting role when back at full fitness, though. The forward averages 13.9 points, 6.1 rebounds and 3.0 assists per game when deployed in a starting role this season.
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Nuggets' Aaron Gordon: Available Tuesday
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Gordon (calf) is listed as available for Tuesday's game against Dallas.
Gordon will suit up in his second consecutive contest following a nine-game absence due to a strained right calf. The veteran forward posted 13 points (6-7 FG, 1-2 3Pt), six rebounds, two assists and one block across 18 minutes in his return during Sunday's win over Dallas, and it wouldn't be surprising if he remains with the second unit while the club works him back to full playing form.
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Nuggets' Aaron Gordon: Probable for Tuesday
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Gordon (calf) has been ruled probable for Tuesday's game against the Mavericks.
Gordon returned from a nine-game absence Sunday in limited fashion, but he will likely ramp up his involvement Tuesday. While he did come off the bench in his previous game, Gordon will also likely return to the starting lineup in the coming days, whether it be Tuesday or another game in the future.
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Nuggets' Aaron Gordon: Thrives in limited minutes Sunday
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Gordon (calf) played 18 minutes off the bench and finished with 13 points (6-7 FG, 1-2 3Pt), six rebounds, two assists and one block in Sunday's 112-101 win over the Mavericks.
Though Gordon was cleared to play after missing the Nuggets' previous nine games with a right calf strain, head coach Michael Malone opted to bring the veteran forward off the bench for the first time all season. The bench role won't necessarily be a permanent one for Gordon, who will most likely move back into the starting five once he's no longer operating under any restrictions and is capable of handling a 30ish-minute role. In any case, Gordon performed well during his time on the court in his return, and he should see his playing time climb back over the 20-minute mark in the Nuggets' next game Tuesday in Dallas.
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Nuggets' Aaron Gordon: Won't start in return Sunday
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Gordon (calf) will come off the bench in Sunday's game against Dallas.
Gordon will operate under a minutes restriction in his return from a nine-game absence due to a right calf strain. The Nuggets will likely work the veteran forward back to playing form slowly, meaning that Russell Westbrook will remain in the starting five for the time being.
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Nuggets' Aaron Gordon: Cleared to play Sunday
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Gordon (calf) will play under a minutes restriction in Sunday's game against the Mavericks, Bennett Durando of The Denver Post reports.
Gordon will snap a nine-game absence streak due to a right calf strain, though he'll likely be limited to around 20 minutes in his return. The veteran forward has appeared in only 17 regular-season outings due to calf injuries, and he has averaged 13.7 points, 5.8 rebounds and 3.1 assists across 28.8 minutes per contest.
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Nuggets' Aaron Gordon: On track to return Sunday
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Gordon (calf), who is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against Dallas, intends to play, NBA reporter Chris Haynes reports.
Gordon is on track to snap a nine-game absence streak due to a right calf strain. The veteran forward will likely remain a game-time decision ahead of tipoff at 3:00 p.m. ET, though he should play barring any setbacks during warmups. Even if Gordon makes his return, it wouldn't be surprising to see him operate under a minutes restriction during his comeback. The 29-year-old has appeared in only 17 regular-season games thus far due to calf injuries, during which he has averaged 13.7 points, 5.8 rebounds and 3.1 assists across 28.8 minutes per contest.
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Nuggets' Aaron Gordon: Questionable for Sunday
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Gordon (calf) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Mavericks.
After missing the past nine games, Gordon is closing in on a possible return with his first questionable tag since the injury. He's been ramping up his activity at recent practices, and if his conditioning is up to par, the Nuggets could give him the green light to return. If Gordon is cleared, guys like Russell Westbrook and Peyton Watson could lose a bit of value.
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Nuggets' Aaron Gordon: Won't play Friday vs. Brooklyn
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Gordon (calf) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Nets, Katy Winge of Altitude Sports reports.
Gordon will miss a ninth straight game Friday due to a right calf strain, and his next opportunity to play will be Sunday against the Mavericks. Russell Westbrook should remain in the Nuggets' starting lineup for as long as Gordon is sidelined.
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Nuggets' Aaron Gordon: Doubtful against Brooklyn
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Gordon (calf) has been listed as doubtful for Friday's game against the Nets.
Gordon has been dealing with a calf issue, which has kept him out of the last eight games for the Nuggets. The veteran big man has been productive when on the floor for Denver but has played in only 16 games thus far.
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Nuggets' Aaron Gordon: Confirmed out for Wednesday
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Gordon (calf) will not play Wednesday against the Clippers.
Gordon will miss his eighth game in a row Wednesday, though he's getting closer to a return -- he was able to participate in portions of Monday's practice. Gordon's next chance to play will be Friday against Brooklyn. Russell Westbrook should continue to start in Gordon's absence.
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Nuggets' Aaron Gordon: Will not play Tuesday
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Gordon (calf) will not play Tuesday against Boston, Vinny Benedetto of The Denver Gazette reports.
Gordon participated in portions of Monday's practice and is trending in the right direction, but he's not quite ready to return. He should be considered doubtful at best for Wednesday's game against the Clippers in what will be the second leg of a back-to-back set.
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Nuggets' Aaron Gordon: Remaining sidelined
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Gordon (calf) won't play in Saturday's game versus the Spurs.
Gordon will miss his sixth straight contest Saturday due to a right calf strain. Gordon's next chance to suit up is Tuesday's matchup with Boston.
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Nuggets' Aaron Gordon: Remaining sidelined
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Gordon (calf) won't play in Saturday's game versus the Spurs.
Gordon will miss his sixth straight contest Saturday due to a right calf strain. Gordon's next chance to suit up is Tuesday's matchup with Boston.
