Does Nuggets Injury News vs Spurs Include Aaron Gordon?

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Aaron Gordon of the Denver Nuggets suffered an injury scare in Game 1 against the Minnesota Timberwolves.

At home on Saturday, April 4, the Denver Nuggets are slated for a matchup against the San Antonio Spurs.

While not everything is positive on the injury front for the Nuggets, they did land good news regarding the veteran forward, Aaron Gordon.

After entering the last few games listed on the injury report, Gordon has officially been left off of it. Barring any unexpected setbacks on Saturday, Gordon is set to play against San Antonio.

GettyOKLAHOMA CITY, OKLAHOMA – MAY 05: Aaron Gordon #32 of the Denver Nuggets reacts during the first quarter of Round Two Game One of the 2025 NBA Playoffs O at Paycom Center on May 05, 2025 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. 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 Sam Hodde/Getty Images)

In his last outing, Gordon checked in for 28 minutes against the Utah Jazz on the road on April 1. The veteran forward struggled with his shot, making just one of his seven attempts from the field.

Gordon finished the game with six points two rebounds, two assists, and one steal. He wasn’t on his A-game, but the Nuggets still pulled off a 130-117 victory.

Aaron Gordon, Denver Nuggets, Aaron Gordon injury — GettyAaron Gordon #32 of the Denver Nuggets brings the ball up court against the Los Angeles Lakers during the fourth quarter at Ball Arena on January 20, 2026 in Denver, Colorado.

Who Are The Denver Nuggets Going To Miss vs Spurs

Three players have been ruled out for the Nuggets on Saturday afternoon.

Peyton Watson is out with a right hamstring strain. The Nuggets announced that he is week-to-week. Zeke Nnaji is out with a left hip sprain. Spencer Jones is down with a right hamstring strain.

Meanwhile, Tim Hardaway Jr. is listed as probable due to left knee soreness.

The Nuggets Are Looking To Improve In The Standings

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With a 49-28 record, the Nuggets are ranked fourth in the Western Conference.

After their win over the Utah Jazz, the Nuggets improved their seven-game winning streak and are still chasing the Los Angeles Lakers in the standings. LA is holding a 50-27 record, with a 1.0-game lead over Denver.

The Spurs won’t make it easy on Saturday. They currently hold the league’s top winning streak with 11 victories in a row.

Nuggets-Spurs is set to tip off at 3 PM ET on Saturday.

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