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Goodwin notched nine points (3-9 FG, 3-8 3Pt), four rebounds, eight assists, one block and five steals across 28 minutes during Monday's 131-105 victory over Memphis.

This was a strong showing for Goodwin despite some mediocre shooting, as his playmaking and defensive activity were on full display. His role could take a hit Tuesday against Orlando, however, as Grayson Allen will be back from a maintenance day and Dillon Brooks (hand) is cleared to return from an 18-game absence.

Johnson (back) practiced Tuesday, per Vinny Benedetto of The Denver Gazette.

Johnson left Sunday's win over the Warriors and didn't return due to a back injury. However, his presence at Tuesday's session is an encouraging sign, and Johnson can be tentatively deemed questionable for Wednesday's game against Utah until the Nuggets release an official injury report.

Gordon (calf) practiced in full Tuesday, Vinny Benedetto of The Denver Gazette reports.

Gordon is trending in the right direction after missing Sunday's game against Golden State. Additionally, coach David Adelman said he's hopeful to have Gordon back in the lineup to face Utah on Wednesday.

Nesmith (neck) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Bulls, per Tony East of Forbes.com.

Nesmith is sidelined for a second consecutive contest with a cervical strain and was a very limited practice participant Tuesday. His absence opens up more playing time for Ben Sheppard, Quenton Jackson and Kobe Brown to soak up Wednesday.

Walker (back) is out for Wednesday's game against the Bulls, Tony East of Forbes.com reports.

Walker will be sidelined for a second straight game and did "very little" at practice Tuesday, according to coach Rick Carlisle. Walker's absence is likely to open things up for Kobe Brown and Jalen Slawson.

Coffey (ankle) is out for Tuesday's game against Orlando.

Tuesday marks a sixth consecutive absence with a left ankle sprain for Coffey. His next chance to return is Thursday, when the Suns face the Hornets in Charlotte.

Allen (knee) is off the injury report for Tuesday's game versus Orlando.

Allen is returning to action after sitting out Monday's win over Memphis. The sharpshooter has averaged 16.1 points, 4.7 assists, 2.6 rebounds, 1.3 steals and 3.0 three-pointers in 26.1 minutes per tilt in his last seven games.

Highsmith (knee) is out for Tuesday's game against the Magic.

Highsmith will sit out for a seventh straight game Tuesday and remains without a timetable to return. Even when cleared to play, he's not likely to be part of the rotation now that Phoenix is getting healthier.

Williams (foot) is out for Tuesday's game against the Magic.

Williams hasn't played since March 3 due to a stress reaction in the third metatarsal of his left foot, though he was recently cleared for 5-on-5 at practice. His next chance to play comes Thursday against Charlotte. Until Williams is cleared to play, Oso Ighodaro should continue to start at center.

LeVert (knee) is questionable for Tuesday's game against Toronto.

After posting 10 points (4-11 FG), four rebounds and two assists in 26 minutes during Monday's loss in Oklahoma City, LeVert is at risk of sitting out the second part of this back-to-back set. Ausar Thompson and Ronald Holland could pick up some extra minutes if LeVert winds up missing Tuesday's contest.