Is DeMar DeRozan playing tonight? Nuggets vs. Pacers injury report

Denver Nuggets guard DeMar DeRozan is listed as probable to play against the Indiana Pacers on Saturday due to low back spasms. The 37-year-old is in his first season with Denver, primarily serving in a bench role. Through six games in the 2026-27 NBA season, DeRozan is averaging 10.7 points, 2.7 assists, and 2.0 rebounds per contest.

Along with DeRozan, the Nuggets have ruled out Julian Strawther because of a left knee sprain. Meanwhile, the Pacers have five players on their injury report, including Tyrese Haliburton, Johnny Furphy, and Ben Sheppard, who are all ruled out, while Kelly Oubre Jr. and TJ McConnell are listed as questionable.