Julian

Strawther

Jones’ contract situation still has not been properly addressed, with the plan being to convert his contract to a standard deal during the All-Star break. Also, he has not fully cleared the league’s concussion protocol. Julian Strawther should remain in the starting lineup, and he is worth streaming due to the Nuggets’ multiple injuries.

Jones has missed Denver’s last two games after entering the league’s concussion protocol. Wednesday’s game will be the first in which he has been listed as questionable on the initial injury report. If he’s unable to play, Julian Strawther would continue to take on a larger role within the Nuggets’ lineup as the fifth starter.

Strawther started a second straight game for Denver with Spencer Jones sidelined with a concussion. After scored 19 points in the first start, Jones surpassed that mark and matched his season high for scoring, which he set in his other start this year. In just three starts, Strawther has averaged 19.7 points per game. If Jones remains out against the Grizzlies on Wednesday, Strawther should hold value as a streamer.

Jones is still in the league’s concussion protocol, with Monday’s game being the second that he’ll miss. With Peyton Watson (hamstring) and Aaron Gordon (hamstring) also out, the Nuggets started Julian Strawther in Saturday’s win over the Bulls. He hit four three-pointers and scored 19 points in 33 minutes. Due to Denver’s injuries, Strawther is worth considering as a deep-league streamer.

Johnson is back in the lineup for the first time since December 23, and the decision to start him means that Spencer Jones will come off the bench. While his minutes will be restricted, Chicago’s defensive struggles could benefit Johnson. The other change to the lineup is Strawther, who steps in for the injured Peyton Watson.

Tuesday’s game will be the tenth that Braun has missed as the team looks to get his left ankle right. With Jamal Murray (hamstring, hip) listed as probable, his return will likely push Julian Strawther to the bench. There’s no need to stream Strawther when he’s used in a reserve role.

Murray was held out of Friday’s win over the Bucks, with Julian Strawther replacing him in the starting lineup. Despite a 1-of-6 night from three, the former first-round pick was productive in that role, finishing with 20 points, five rebounds, three assists, one steal and one three-pointer. Strawther and Tim Hardaway Jr. will be worth a look in fantasy leagues if Murray remains out.

Strawther made his first start of the season for the injury-hit Nuggets and recorded arguably his best game of the season. In 27 minutes, the third-year guard led Denver in scoring, despite struggling from behind the three-point line. He’ll likely return to a reserve role once Jamal Murray, Christian Braun, and Peyton Watson return from injuries, and he’s not someone that fantasy basketball managers should consider adding to their roster. Still, his strong showing on Friday helped the Nuggets earn a win.

The Nuggets’ starting unit on Friday features many changes. With Nikola Jokic, Peyton Watson, Christian Braun and Jamal Murray all out with injuries, several reserves have been elevated to the starting lineup. The unusual combination of players will look to overpower the Bucks, put together a second straight victory, and remain near the top of the Western Conference standings.

Watson is one of multiple starters for Denver that will miss this game. He has been on fire as of late, and they’ll have to turn to Julian Strawther, Tim Hardaway Jr. and Spencer Jones to try and make up some of that production.