The Cleveland Cavaliers (32-21) will attempt to extend a three-game win streak when they hit the road to play the Denver Nuggets (34-19) on Feb. 9, 2026 at Ball Arena.
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Injury reportsNuggets
Peyton Watson: Out (Hamstring),
Aaron Gordon: Out (Hamstring),
Tamar Bates: Out (Foot),
Spencer Jones: Out (Concussion),
Nikola Jokic: Questionable (Ankle),
Jamal Murray: Questionable (Hip)
Cavaliers
Max Strus: Out (Foot),
Dean Wade: Questionable (Ankle),
Jaylon Tyson: Questionable (Ankle),
Evan Mobley: Out (Calf)
Stats to know
The Nuggets put up just 4.5 more points per game (120.4) than the Cavaliers surrender (115.9).
The Cavaliers average just 3.4 more points per game (119.7) than the Nuggets give up on average (116.3).
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Feb 9, 2026
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