Likely to play Saturday
Braun hasn't missed a game since Dec. 16 and isn't expected to do so Saturday despite dealing with a left foot issue. There is no indication Braun will operate on a minutes restriction if he's upgraded to available.
Mar 15, 14:48
DEN
Expected to play against Washington
Jokic continues to deal with a left elbow contusion and left ankle impingement but is expected to make his 28th straight appearance Saturday. If the superstar center is upgraded to available, there is no indication he will operate on a minutes restriction.
Mar 15, 14:41
DEN
Questionable for Saturday's contest
Gordon missed two games in a row due to right calf injury management and a left ankle sprain before he returned to action in Friday's 131-126 win over the Lakers, finishing with 17 points (3-6 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 9-10 FT), seven rebounds, four assists and one block across 31 minutes. The veteran forward seemingly experienced no setbacks Friday, so his potential absence Saturday would likely be merely for maintenance-related reasons. If Gordon is downgraded to out ahead of Saturday's 9 p.m. ET opening tip, Russell Westbrook would likely replace Gordon in the starting five.
Mar 15, 14:36
Posts 22 points in victory
Braun bounced back from a tepid performance against the Bucks and turned in a solid line despite nursing a foot sprain.The third-year pro is having a breakout season thanks to his nightly presence in Denver's first unit. He's blowing out his previous seasonal numbers, averaging 15.3 points, 5.1 rebounds, 2.4 assists and 1.1 steals over 61 games.
Mar 15, 07:30
DEN
Finishes with 28 points in win
Jokic's result on Saturday was below average by his standards, as he failed to hit the double-double milestone for the 16th time over 61 games. Denver's inability to pull away from the short-handed Lakers is a cause for concern, and it's imperative for Jokic to play closer to his triple-double averages as Denver jockeys for playoff position.
Mar 15, 07:25