Nuggets' Aaron Gordon Out for Sunday's Game

Calf injury sidelines forward against Warriors

Mar. 30, 2026 at 12:22am

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Denver Nuggets forward Aaron Gordon has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Golden State Warriors due to a left calf injury. Peyton Watson, Cameron Johnson, and Spencer Jones are expected to see increased playing time in Gordon's absence.

Why it matters

Gordon is a key contributor for the Nuggets, averaging 16.8 points, 6.8 rebounds, and 3.9 assists per game this season. His absence will force the team to adjust its rotation and rely more on younger, less experienced players against a tough Warriors squad.

The details

Gordon was a late addition to the Nuggets' injury report with the calf issue and will not suit up for Sunday's contest. The team has not provided a timeline for his return, so his status for future games remains uncertain.

  • Gordon was ruled out for Sunday's game against the Warriors.

The players

Aaron Gordon

A 27-year-old forward for the Denver Nuggets who is averaging 16.8 points, 6.8 rebounds, and 3.9 assists per game this season.

Peyton Watson

A rookie forward for the Denver Nuggets who is expected to see increased playing time with Gordon out.

Cameron Johnson

A forward for the Denver Nuggets who is also expected to see more minutes in Gordon's absence.

Spencer Jones

A forward for the Denver Nuggets who will likely be called upon to contribute more with Gordon sidelined.

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What’s next

The Nuggets will provide updates on Gordon's status as he works to recover from the calf injury. His availability for future games will be closely monitored.

The takeaway

The Nuggets will need to find a way to replace Gordon's production and impact on both ends of the floor as they take on the Warriors without their starting forward. This injury presents an opportunity for younger players to step up and contribute more to the team's success.