Nikola Jokić injured — Denver faces multiple absences ahead of Rockets game

Nikola Jokić is listed as injured and Denver faces multiple absences ahead of tonight’s game. The Denver Nuggets centre, Nikola Jokić, is among the players on the team’s injury list ahead of the matchup with the Houston Rockets scheduled for the evening of November 9, 2026.

Alongside Jokić, several regular starters are uncertain for the game: Jamal Murray, Aaron Gordon, Christian Braun and Cameron Johnson — effectively putting the entire starting five in doubt. DeMar DeRozan is also listed as questionable, while Julian Strotter will miss the contest because of a left-knee injury.

Travel problems add to Denver’s headaches

The situation has been worsened by travel disruptions after the Nuggets’ outing in Mexico City on Saturday. An aircraft defect delayed the team’s return to the United States, complicating preparation and recovery for the roster ahead of the November 9, 2026 game.

The combination of injuries and the delayed trip forces Denver’s coaching staff to consider rotation changes and greater minutes for bench players. The extent to which the Nuggets will be able to field a near-normal lineup depends on late medical checks and the club’s ability to adjust on short notice.

The Houston–Denver game is scheduled for the evening of November 9, 2026. Team updates and final availability are expected to be confirmed in the hours before tip-off.

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