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Nuggets Clear Nikola Jokić To Play Versus Timberwolves After Wrist Sprain

Denver’s decision settles the key injury question shaping expectations for Minnesota’s home test against a surging opponent.

MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA - JANUARY 25: Anthony Edwards #5 of the Minnesota Timberwolves drives to the basket against Nikola Jokic #15 of the Denver Nuggets during the first quarter at Target Center on January 25, 2025 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Matt Krohn/Getty Images)
INGLEWOOD, CALIFORNIA - NOVEMBER 12: Ivica Zubac #40 of the Los Angeles Clippers guards Nikola Jokic #15 of the Denver Nuggets during a 130-116 Denver Nuggets win over the Los Angeles Clippers at Intuit Dome on November 12, 2025 in Inglewood, California. (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images)
Nov 8, 2025; Denver, Colorado, USA; Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic (15) on the bench in the fourth quarter against the Indiana Pacers at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Denver announced Jokić is available despite a left wrist sprain for Saturday’s 8:00 p.m. ET tip at Target Center, days after his 55-point performance against the Clippers.
  • Christian Braun (left ankle sprain) and Cam Johnson (right biceps strain) are out, according to the Nuggets’ official update.
  • Jokić had been listed as questionable on the NBA injury report before the team cleared him to play.
  • The matchup features two hot teams, with Denver entering 9-2 on a six-game win streak and Minnesota 8-4 after four straight wins.
  • TV coverage is on FanDuel Sports Network regional feeds, with live streaming available on Fubo.