Nuggets' Jokic, Murray Questionable for Final Game Before All-Star Break

Denver stars dealing with minor injuries ahead of matchup with Grizzlies

Feb. 11, 2026 at 12:07pm

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Denver Nuggets stars Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray are both listed as probable for Wednesday's game against the Memphis Grizzlies, the final contest before the NBA All-Star break. Jokic is dealing with a left ankle sprain, while Murray has left hip inflammation.

Why it matters

The Nuggets have hit a rough patch recently, making this final game before the break an important one as they look to build momentum heading into the second half of the season. Jokic and Murray's health will be crucial to Denver's success.

The details

Jokic recently returned from a knee injury that kept him out for around a month, and has mostly resumed playing at an MVP level since rejoining the lineup. Murray has been dealing with various ailments all year, but was recently named an All-Star. The Nuggets will also be without Peyton Watson and Aaron Gordon due to hamstring injuries, while Christian Braun is probable with a left ankle sprain and Spencer Jones is questionable due to the concussion protocol.

  • The Nuggets will face the Grizzlies on Wednesday, February 11, 2026.

The players

Nikola Jokic

The Denver Nuggets' star center, who is dealing with a left ankle sprain.

Jamal Murray

The Denver Nuggets' star guard, who is dealing with left hip inflammation.

Peyton Watson

A Denver Nuggets player who will remain out due to a hamstring injury.

Aaron Gordon

A Denver Nuggets player who will remain out due to a hamstring injury.

Christian Braun

A Denver Nuggets player who is probable to play due to a left ankle sprain.

Spencer Jones

A Denver Nuggets player who is questionable to play due to the concussion protocol.

Ja Morant

A Memphis Grizzlies player who will remain out due to injury.

Zach Edey

A Memphis Grizzlies player who will remain out due to injury.

Walter Clayton Jr.

A Memphis Grizzlies player who is doubtful to play due to a calf contusion.

Cedric Coward

A Memphis Grizzlies player who is doubtful to play due to knee soreness.

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What’s next

The Nuggets will look to get back on track with a win over the Grizzlies before the All-Star break, which should give their injured players a chance to rest and recover.

The takeaway

The Nuggets' success in the second half of the season will hinge on the health of their two superstars, Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray. This final game before the break is an important one as they look to build momentum heading into the stretch run.