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Shorthanded Nuggets Edge Raptors as Ingram’s Buzzer Three Is Overturned

Denver enters a multiweek stretch without a true center after Jokic’s knee injury was followed by Valanciunas’ calf strain.

Dec 27, 2025; Orlando, Florida, USA; Denver Nuggets center Jonas Valanciunas (17) warms up before the game against the Orlando Magic at Kia Center. Mandatory Credit: Mike Watters-Imagn Images
DALLAS, TEXAS - DECEMBER 23: Jonas Valanciunas #17 of the Denver Nuggets handles the ball against the Dallas Mavericks during the game at American Airlines Center on December 23, 2025 in Dallas, Texas. 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 Ron Jenkins/Getty Images)
Dec 31, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Raptors forward Brandon Ingram (3) fails to get off the shot against the Denver Nuggets during the second half at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Sousa-Imagn Images
Report: Jonas Valančiūnas suffers right calf strain, will be re-evaluated in 4 weeks

Overview

  • The Nuggets won 106-103 in Toronto after replay showed Brandon Ingram’s apparent game-tying three left his fingertips after time expired.
  • Nikola Jokic is out at least four weeks with a hyperextended left knee, and the team confirmed Jonas Valanciunas will be re-evaluated in four weeks for a right calf strain.
  • Peyton Watson led Denver with 24 points and Jamal Murray added 21, while only eight Nuggets saw action in the road victory.
  • Brandon Ingram scored 30 for Toronto and Scottie Barnes posted a 20-14-10 triple-double, but the Raptors’ bench shot 5-for-34.
  • With both centers sidelined, Denver is set to lean on DaRon Holmes II and Zeke Nnaji, and reporters note the open roster spot could be used on a free-agent big.