The Denver Nuggets are hoping for a healthier 2026 after a challenging end to 2025, marked by injuries to key players, including MVP frontrunner Nikola Jokic. On the last day of the year, replacement center Jonas Valanciunas suffered a concerning calf strain, prompting coach David Adelman to adjust to small-ball lineups, where Peyton Watson excelled with 24 points. With several starters already sidelined, the Nuggets may seek to fill their open roster spot with a free agent center if Valanciunas is out. Denver’s next game is against Cleveland on Friday.
