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Key Points
The Philadelphia 76ers are at home on Monday night as they host the Denver Nuggets in an interconference showdown.
Philadelphia enters Monday’s game with a 19-14 record after defeating the New York Knicks on the road on Saturday night.
Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid reacts with guard Tyrese Maxey during their game against the Dallas Mavericks at Wells Fargo Center on Feb. 4, 2025.
Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid reacts with guard Tyrese Maxey during their game against the Dallas Mavericks at Wells Fargo Center on Feb. 4, 2025.
In Saturday’s victory over the Knicks, Tyrese Maxey led the way for the 76ers as he recorded 36 points, eight rebounds and four assists while Joel Embiid added 26 points, 10 rebounds and five assists of his own.
Now Philadelphia will try to grab another victory at home on Monday as they face off against the Nuggets in a tough matchup.
On the other side, Denver enters Monday’s contest with a 23-12 record after losing on the road to the Brooklyn Nets on Sunday.
Denver Nuggets guard Jamal Murray (27)
Denver Nuggets guard Jamal Murray (27)
Jamal Murray led the way for the Nuggets in Sunday’s loss as he ended the game with 27 points, six rebounds and 16 assists while Tim Hardaway Jr. recorded 26 points and two rebounds off the bench.
While both teams are looking to pick up a victory in Monday night’s matchup, both squads may be without multiple key players due to injuries.
Nuggets Injury Report, Will Aaron Gordon, Jamal Murray Play?
For the Nuggets, they have eight players listed on their injury report, including their entire starting lineup entering the season.
Denver Nuggets forward Aaron Gordon (32)
Denver Nuggets forward Aaron Gordon (32)
Denver has ruled out Aaron Gordon due to a right hamstring strain as he will sit out the second game of their back-to-back after returning from injury on Sunday.
The Nuggets have also ruled out Murray due to a left ankle sprain while Christian Braun will also be sidelined with a left ankle sprain as they will both miss Monday’s contest.
Denver Nuggets stars Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray
Denver Nuggets stars Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray
Nikola Jokic, Cameron Johnson and Jonas Valanciunas have also been ruled out as they remain sidelined while recovering from injuries.
Denver will also be without Hardaway Jr. due to illness management while Tamar Bates is out while recovering from left foot surgery.
Denver Nuggets guard Tim Hardaway Jr. (10) — Source: Brett Davis-Imagn Images
With the Nuggets missing eight players on Monday night, they will need others to step up in their place.
76ers Injury Report, Will Joel Embiid Play?
On the other side, the 76ers have three players listed on their injury report for Monday, including Embiid.
Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (21)
Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (21)
Philadelphia has listed Embiid as probable due to left knee injury management and right ankle soreness, though he is expected to play.
The 76ers have ruled out both Kelly Oubre Jr. and Trendon Watford as they continue to be sidelined while recovering from injuries.
Fans can catch Monday night’s matchup between the Nuggets and 76ers from Philadelphia at 8:30 p.m. EST on Peacock.
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