Nuggets lose Cameron Johnson at halftime in 96-84 defeat

Three reserves played over 15 minutes to fill the void.

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Nuggets lost Cameron Johnson at halftime Here were the three reserves that played more than 15 minutes - 18-year veter Via @LawMurrayTheNU on X

What happened: The Denver Nuggets lost forward Cameron Johnson at halftime of their 96-84 final loss. To

Why it matters: The midgame exit forced Denver to test unfamiliar bench combinations in regular-season action after Cameron Johnson also had a preseason appearance cut short by an ejection. Calling on a debuting international veteran, a rookie, and a career starter adjusting to a reserve role underscores the immediate strain on the second unit.

What to watch: Denver awaits an official team update on Johnson's availability ahead of its next regular-season contest.

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