The Denver Nuggets face the Washington Wizards as Nikola Jokic remains sidelined with injury while Jonas Valanciunas nears a possible return.

Tuesday night brings a packed NBA schedule with seven games spread across both conferences. Some teams are fighting to stay in the playoff picture, while others are trying to build momentum midway through the season.

The Denver Nuggets have been going into their NBA battles in January handicapped by an almost unthinkable number of serious injuries. Three-time MVP Nikola Jokic and starting wing Cam Johnson both went down in late December with bone bruises that resulted from hyper-extended knees.

There is optimism around the Nuggets that star big man Nikola Jokic might be able to return from injury in the coming weeks.

The Denver Nuggets will certainly want Nikola Jokic back on the floor sooner rather than later.

Complete team stats and game leaders for the Charlotte Hornets vs. Washington Wizards NBA game from January 24, 2026 on ESPN.