Brooklyn Nets vs. Denver Nuggets: Injury Report

Without Day'Ron Sharpe, Bojan Bogdanovic and Trendon Watford, another key member of the Brooklyn Nets roster appeared on the injury report ahead of their clash with the Denver Nuggets at Barclays Center. As has been the case since the start of the 2024-25 season, head coach Jordi Fernandez is forced to do more with less as Brooklyn looks for its second upset win this week.

Out: Trendon Watford (hamstring), Day'Ron Sharpe (hamstring), Bojan Bogdanovic (foot), Ben Simmons (injury management)

QUESTIONABLE: Jaylen Martin (two-way), Tyrese Martin (two-way), Dariq Whitehead (G-League assignment), Cui Yongxi (two-way)

OUT: DaRon Holmes II (Achilles)

The Nets' questionable selections are unlikely to have much of an impact on the matchup, as everyone has played limited roles since the start of the season. Their status is due to development as everyone is expected to contribute to the G League affiliate in Brooklyn.

Simmons' placement is a bit discouraging given his performance so far. Even if the score didn't play a role, his skills as a facilitator and defensive player were the key to the Nets' success, but also contributed to a 1-2 record. Without the 6-foot-11 forward, Fernandez is forced to get creative to repair Brooklyn's fragile interior defense. Expect Noah Clowney to take over the starting role alongside Nic Claxton in Simmons' absence.

Denver has yet to file its injury report before today's game, but DaRon Holmes II is expected to miss the entire rookie season after suffering a torn Achilles tendon on July 12.

Brooklyn will face the Nuggets looking for its second straight home win at 7:30 p.m

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