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MRI Shows Bone Bruise, No Structural Damage in Nuggets’ Cameron Johnson’s Right Knee

Denver enters a thin stretch on the wing with no return date yet for the offseason addition.

Dec 23, 2025; Dallas, Texas, USA; A Denver Nuggets trainer checks on forward Cameron Johnson (23) during the second half against the Dallas Mavericks at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • Imaging revealed a right-knee bone bruise for Cameron Johnson with no structural damage, and he is expected to miss time, according to multiple reports.
  • Johnson exited with 9:18 left in the fourth quarter after an awkward landing on a rebound during Denver’s 131-130 loss to Dallas and did not return.
  • The Nuggets are already short on wings with Christian Braun (ankle) and Aaron Gordon (hamstring) sidelined, increasing pressure on the rotation.
  • Reports indicate Johnson is unlikely to play in the Christmas game against the Timberwolves, with further clarity on a timeline expected by Thursday.
  • Acquired in the offseason for Michael Porter Jr., Johnson has averaged 11.8 points on 42.3% three-point shooting, and minutes could shift to Bruce Brown, Tim Hardaway Jr., and Peyton Watson.