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Watson and Christian Braun didn’t have the most impressive stat lines, but they ended up closing out the win for Denver. Braun had a pair of dunks with about three minutes left that forced Minnesota to call a timeout, and Watson followed that up by blocking a 3-point attempt from Naz Reid and dunking it on the other end. That was one of Watson’s six swats as he set a new career-high. He set his previous career-high of five just two games ago. Watson has taken on a larger role in his second season, and if he plays well in the playoffs, he could be a late-round target in fantasy drafts next year.

Gordon was initially listed as probable, but he has been downgraded to questionable. If he is forced to sit out, Peyton Watson will likely take on the starting power forward role. Jackson and Jamal Murray are both questionable, so if they are both sidelined, Collin Gillespie and Christian Braun will likely fill out some of the point guard minutes, though Nikola Jokic will be the primary playmaking option.

Murray will miss a second straight game, which Gordon will join him in his first absence since December. Reggie Jackson should get another start, with Peyton Watson as the likely candidate to replace Gordon in the opening group.

Gordon lands on the injury report after taking on a starring role in Saturday’s win over Portland. The Nuggets were without Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray for that one, significantly impacting Gordon’s usage. Should he not be cleared to play on Monday, Peyton Watson would be worth streaming.

Both guys sat out Saturday against the Trail Blazers, and there’s a chance they miss a second straight. There’s no indication that either injury is particularly serious, but given the easy matchup, it’s possible the Nuggets are being cautious with their two best players in anticipation of another deep playoff run. DeAndre Jordan, Peyton Watson and Reggie Jackson are all names to remember when considering streaming options for Monday.

Denver’s two stars could both be sidelined for Saturday’s game, which would open up plenty of minutes and shots. Murray exited during the fourth quarter of their last game, and if he remains sidelined for this one, Reggie Jackson will likely fill his starting spot. Jokic hasn’t missed a game since January, and if he is out, they will replace him with either DeAndre Jordan or Peyton Watson, with Aaron Gordon starting at center if it is the latter.

Nnaji was initially questionable for Tuesday’s game and has officially been ruled out. His absence will not significantly impact fantasy basketball. Peyton Watson could absorb the minutes that would have gone to Nnaji, as the Timberwolves will also be shorthanded in the frontcourt.

Porter is back in action after the knee issue sidelined him for Saturday’s loss to the Kings. Peyton Watson will drop to the bench, where his fantasy value takes a significant hit.

Porter is on track to return after sitting out Friday’s loss to the Kings. If MPJ is cleared, Peyton Watson will return to the bench. While Watson’s had his moments this season as a streamer, he struggled in Sacramento.

Watson moved into the starting lineup on Friday with Michael Porter Jr. sidelined. Unfortunately, he had a rough night, as the three “stocks” were countered by four turnovers. Watson can still offer value as a streamer, but nights like Friday won’t inspire confidence in fantasy managers. Justin Holiday, who made another start for Kentavious Caldwell-Pope, accounted for 10 points, three rebounds, two assists, two steals, and three 3-pointers in 36 minutes.