Nuggets Starter Cam Johnson Leaves Warriors Game With Injury

The veteran forward exited the game in the third quarter due to a back issue.

Mar. 30, 2026 at 4:20am

Denver Nuggets forward Cam Johnson left Sunday night's game against the Golden State Warriors with a back injury. Johnson checked out of the game after 19 minutes of action, having scored 6 points on 2-of-5 shooting with 3 assists, 1 rebound, 1 block, and 1 steal. The Nuggets later ruled Johnson 'questionable' to return.

Why it matters

Johnson is a key contributor for the Nuggets, who are currently fourth in the Western Conference standings. Any extended absence due to injury could impact Denver's playoff positioning and chances of making a deep postseason run.

The details

Johnson, a 30-year-old veteran, was in the midst of his first season with the Nuggets after being traded from the Brooklyn Nets earlier this year. Prior to joining Denver, he spent the first four years of his NBA career with the Phoenix Suns, where he averaged 10.7 points, 3.6 rebounds, and 1.4 assists per game.

  • Johnson left the game in the third quarter on March 29, 2026.
  • The Nuggets ruled Johnson 'questionable' to return shortly after he exited the game.

The players

Cam Johnson

A 30-year-old forward for the Denver Nuggets, who was traded to the team earlier this season after spending the first four years of his NBA career with the Phoenix Suns.

Denver Nuggets

An NBA team based in Denver, Colorado, currently ranked fourth in the Western Conference standings with a 48-28 record.

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What’s next

The Nuggets will provide an update on the severity of Johnson's back injury and his status for upcoming games.

The takeaway

This injury to a key Nuggets starter comes at a critical time, as Denver looks to maintain its position in the Western Conference playoff race. The team's depth and ability to adapt will be tested if Johnson is forced to miss any extended time.