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Denver Nuggets Get Good News Ahead Of NBA Opening Night

The Denver Nuggets will have their floor-spacing forward back right in time for their NBA regular season opening night assignment. According to Spencer Jones himself, he is on his way to a return to action for the Nuggets’ regular season…

Published: Monday, 19 October 2026 at 10:25 AM
Denver Nuggets Get Good News Ahead Of NBA Opening Night
Key Things to Know
  • Spencer Jones is working toward playing in Denver's regular-season opener against Oklahoma City.
  • The 25-year-old wing missed the entire preseason after tweaking his hamstring in training camp.
  • Jones returned to the court to participate in a scrimmage during Sunday's practice.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Denver Nuggets wing Spencer Jones is progressing toward a return for the regular-season opener against the Oklahoma City Thunder. After missing all five preseason contests due to a hamstring injury suffered in training camp, Jones returned to practice on Sunday and participated in a scrimmage.

Jones stated his availability is not completely confirmed as he rebuilds conditioning, but the team plans for him to play. His return provides a timely boost following Julian Strawther's knee injury, as Denver opens the season against the Thunder, who signed Jones to a matched $12 million offer sheet in July.

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