The Denver Nuggets are on the road on Tuesday night as they travel to take on the New Orleans Pelicans in a Western Conference matchup.
Denver enters Tuesday’s game with a 26-13 record after defeating the Milwaukee Bucks at home on Sunday night.
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Denver Nuggets forward Aaron Gordon (32)Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images
In Sunday’s victory over the Bucks, Aaron Gordon led the way for the Nuggets as he recorded 23 points, six rebounds and four assists while Tim Hardaway Jr. added 25 points and two rebounds of his own off the bench.
Now Denver will try to grab another victory on the road on Tuesday as they face off against a struggling Pelicans team.
On the other side, New Orleans enters Tuesday’s contest with a 9-32 record after losing on the road to the Orlando Magic on Sunday.
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New Orleans Pelicans guard Trey Murphy III (25), and forward Zion Williamson (1)
Trey Murphy III led the way for the Pelicans in Sunday’s loss as he ended the game with 21 points, seven rebounds and six assists while Zion Williamson recorded 22 points, three rebounds and three assists.
While both teams are looking to pick up a victory in Tuesday night’s matchup, both squads may be without multiple key players due to injuries.
Nuggets Injury Report, Will Jamal Murray, Aaron Gordon Play?
For the Nuggets, they have seven players listed on their injury report, including both Jamal Murray and Gordon.
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Denver Nuggets guard Jamal Murray (27)© Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
Denver has listed Murray as questionable due to a left ankle sprain and an illness and he is in danger of missing his third consecutive contest.
If Murray is sidelined once again on Tuesday, Jalen Pickett and Bruce Brown could both be in line for increased roles.
Denver Nuggets forward Aaron Gordon (32)Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images
The Nuggets have listed Gordon as probable due to a right hamstring strain and he is expected to play while Spencer Jones is also expected to play as he is probable with left ankle inflammation and an illness.
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Christian Braun has been ruled out due to a left ankle sprain while Nikola Jokic, Cameron Johnson and Jonas Valanciunas all remain sidelined while recovering from injuries.
Pelicans Injury Report, Will Herb Jones, Saddiq Bey Play?
On the other side, the Pelicans have four players listed on their injury report, including both Herb Jones and Saddiq Bey.
New Orleans Pelicans forward Herbert Jones (2)Stephen Lew-Imagn Images
New Orleans has ruled out Jones due to a right ankle sprain as he will miss his fourth consecutive contest.
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With Jones sidelined, Bryce McGowens and Micah Peavy could both continue to have larger roles.
The Pelicans have also ruled out Jose Alvarado and Dejounte Murray as they both remain sidelined while recovering from injuries.
New Orleans Pelicans guard Saddiq Bey (41)John Hefti-Imagn Images
Bey has been listed as questionable due to a right hip flexor strain and there is a chance he could return from a six-game absence on Tuesday.
Fans can catch Tuesday night’s matchup between the Nuggets and Pelicans from New Orleans at 8:00 p.m. EST.
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This story was originally published by Athlon Sports on Jan 13, 2026, where it first appeared in the NBA section. Add Athlon Sports as a Preferred Source by clicking here.