Diallo cleared to play; Strawther and Jones ruled out vs. Blazers

Denver sits 3-2 through five games this season.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated 39m1 min read

What happened: Alpha Diallo is available against the Portland Trail Blazers despite a right wrist sprain. Julian Strawther remains out with a left knee sprain, while Spencer Jones is sidelined for bilateral hamstring injury management after both were ruled out against the Trail Blazers.

Why it matters: Diallo's clearance provides wing depth for Denver as the team looks to build on a 3-2 start through five games in 2026-27. Portland enters Monday at 4-1 following a 112-90 victory over the Utah Jazz.

By the numbers: Diallo has recorded 4 points, 2 rebounds, and 3 assists per game in 2026-27 through one game. Denver is 3-2 through five games this season, while Portland holds a 4-1 mark through five games.

What to watch: The Trail Blazers visit the Nuggets on Monday, with tipoff scheduled for 9:00 PM ET.

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@nuggets Nov 03, 2026 · 01:04 UTC

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Diallo cleared to play; Strawther and Jones ruled out vs. Blazers

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