Braun (ankle) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Bucks.
The writing was on the wall for Braun sitting Sunday after he downgraded from probable to questionable earlier in the day. With Jamal Murray (ankle/illness) also sidelined, Jalen Pickett, Bruce Brown and Tim Hardaway figure to be the top picks to enter Denver's starting lineup against Milwaukee. Braun's next opportunity to play is Tuesday against the Pelicans.
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Nuggets' Christian Braun: Downgrades to questionable
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Braun (ankle) has been downgraded from probable to questionable for Sunday's game against the Bucks.
The change in injury designation isn't a great sign for Braun, especially as the 8:00 p.m. ET tipoff approaches. Bruce Brown, Jalen Pickett and Tim Hardaway would be the top candidates to enter the Nuggets' starting lineup if Braun is unable to play.
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Nuggets' Christian Braun: Probable to play Sunday
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Braun is probable for Sunday's game against the Bucks due to a left ankle sprain.
Braun didn't score a single point in the loss to the Hawks on Friday, and while he's on the injury report ahead of Sunday's contest, the probable tag suggests he's likely to play. Braun has had a rough return to the lineup since coming back from an ankle injury three games ago, averaging just 2.7 points and 3.7 rebounds in 26.2 minutes per game during that span.
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Nuggets' Christian Braun: Woeful in loss
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Braun closed with zero points (0-5 FG, 0-3 3Pt), four rebounds and one block across 25 minutes during Friday's 110-87 loss to the Hawks.
Braun continued to struggle, failing to score despite playing 25 minutes. In three games since returning from an ankle injury, it's been tough going for Braun, who is averaging just 2.7 points and 3.7 rebounds in 26.2 minutes per game during that span. While he will almost certainly be better than this, it's difficult to make a case for him as a must-roster player outside of deeper leagues.
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Nuggets' Christian Braun: Available Friday
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Braun (ankle) is available for Friday's game against the Hawks.
Braun will shed his probable tag and make his third appearance following a 23-game absence due to a sprained left ankle. The 24-year-old shooting guard has averaged 4.0 points and 3.5 rebounds in 27.0 minutes per game over his last two outings.
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Nuggets' Christian Braun: Expects to play Friday
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Braun is listed as probable for Friday's game against Atlanta due to a left ankle sprain.
Braun logged 30 minutes in just his second game since Nov. 12, so his name on the injury report appears to be cautionary considering he's fresh off an ankle injury. The team should have official word on his availability closer to tipoff.
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Nuggets' Christian Braun: Will rest Monday
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Braun is out for Monday against the 76ers due to left ankle injury maintenance.
After an extended absence due to a left ankle sprain, Braun made his first appearance since Nov. 12 in Sunday's loss to the Nets, finishing with three points (1-4 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 1-2 FT), two rebounds and one block over 24 minutes. The Nuggets will hold him out for the second leg of a back-to-back set as a precaution, however. Expect Braun to return to action Wednesday in Boston.
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Nuggets' Christian Braun: Returning and starting Sunday
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Braun (ankle) is available and in the Nuggets' starting lineup against the Nets on Sunday.
Braun has progressed enough in his recovery from a significant left ankle sprain to return following a 23-game absence. Per Sharif Phillips-Keaton of USA Today, Nuggets had coach David Adelman told reporters that Braun and Aaron Gordon (hamstring) would both operate under minutes restrictions in their returns.
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Nuggets' Christian Braun: Won't return vs Clippers
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Braun (ankle) has been ruled out for the remainder of Wednesday's game against the Clippers.
Braun suffered an ankle injury during the contest and unsuccessfully attempted to play through the issue before heading back to the locker room. He's now been ruled out the rest of the way, which should open up more opportunities for Spencer Jones, Bruce Brown and Tim Hardaway. His next chance to play will come Saturday against Minnesota.
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Nuggets' Christian Braun: Pours in 21 points
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Braun notched 21 points (7-10 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 6-9 FT), four rebounds and three assists across 31 minutes during Monday's 130-124 win over the Kings.
Braun eclipsed 20 points for the second time this campaign and produced arguably his best game of the young season. He's still waiting to find his rhythm from beyond the arc. During the 2024-25 regular season, Braun knocked down 1.1 triples per game at a 39.7 percent clip. But through the opening six games, he's hitting just 0.5 attempts per game at a 21.4 percent mark.
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Nuggets' Christian Braun: Pops for 20 against Phoenix
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Braun chipped in 20 points (6-10 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 8-8 FT), three rebounds, three assists and two steals over 31 minutes during Saturday's 133-111 win over the Suns.
After being held to six points in the Nuggets' opener Thursday, Braun roared back with a much sturdier performance. The fourth-year guard took a big step forward in 2024-25, but Denver is counting on further growth from him as a key part of the supporting cast behind Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray.
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Nuggets' Christian Braun: Posts double-double in Game 6
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Braun had 23 points (8-14 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 4-4 FT), 11 rebounds, five assists, one block and three steals over 39 minutes during Thursday's 119-107 victory over the Thunder in Game 6 of the Western Conference Semifinals.
Braun has had his fair share of struggles on the offensive end in this series, but he erupted for his best game of the playoffs to help keep Denver alive. Through six Western Conference Semifinal outings, Braun now holds averages of 11.7 points, 7.3 rebounds, 2.3 assists, 1.2 blocks, 1.3 steals and 1.8 three-pointers on 39.0 percent shooting from the field.
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Nuggets' Christian Braun: Fills up stat sheet in loss
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Braun accumulated 17 points (4-11 FG, 2-9 3Pt, 7-8 FT), four rebounds, two assists, one block and three steals across 44 minutes during Sunday's 92-87 loss to the Thunder in Game 4 of the Western Conference Semifinals.
Braun struggled in the shooting department in Game 4 but made an impact in other areas, recording three steals, the second-highest team total behind Nikola Jokic's four swipes. In 10 contests prior to Sunday's game during these NBA playoffs, the Kansas product had been averaging 11.0 points, 6.4 rebounds and 2.1 assists per game, shooting 46.4 percent from the field and 30.8 percent from deep.
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Nuggets' Christian Braun: Drops 21 points in victory
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Braun racked up 21 points (8-15 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 2-4 FT), five rebounds, four assists and one steal across 38 minutes during Saturday's 120-101 win over the Clippers in Game 7 of the first round of the Western Conference playoffs.
Braun delivered arguably his best game of the series, pouring in 21 points as the Nuggets took care of business against a disappointing Clippers outfit. All five starters scored at least 15 points, an encouraging sign heading into a second-round clash with the Thunder. Braun will need to continue to be an offensive threat should the Nuggets hope to trouble Oklahoma City.
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Nuggets' Christian Braun: Back on track in victory
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Braun amassed 17 points (8-19 FG, 1-7 3Pt), seven rebounds, five assists, two blocks and one steal across 43 minutes during Saturday's 101-99 victory over the Clippers in Game 4 of the first round of the Western Conference playoffs.
After a somewhat slow start to the series, Braun turned things around, helping the Nuggets to a vital win in Game 4. Braun has been a revelation this season, stepping into the starting lineup with great success. He will look to build on this performance when the two teams meet again Tuesday.
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Nuggets' Christian Braun: Scores nine points in loss
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Braun logged nine points (4-9 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 1-3 FT), six rebounds, one assist, one block and one steal across 38 minutes during Thursday's 117-83 loss to the Clippers in Game 3 of the first round of the Western Conference playoffs.
Braun scored in single digits for the second consecutive outing during Thursday's Game 3 loss. The 24-year-old guard is averaging 8.3 points, 5.0 rebounds, 1.3 assists and 1.3 steals while shooting 42.3 percent from the field across 39.0 minutes per game during the first round. Braun and the Nuggets will look to even the series at 2-2 in Los Angeles on Saturday.
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Nuggets' Christian Braun: Supplies team-high 25 in win
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Braun accumulated 25 points (9-12 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 4-5 FT), four rebounds, two assists and one block over 37 minutes during Wednesday's 124-116 victory over the Kings.
The third-year guard led the Nuggets in scoring on the night as all five starters delivered at least 18 points. Braun has scored in double digits in 10 straight appearances, averaging 17.8 points, 6.3 boards, 3.2 assists, 1.6 threes and 0.9 steals over that span while shooting a stunning 62.8 percent from the floor.
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Nuggets' Christian Braun: Logs 16 points in return to action
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Braun totaled 16 points (7-12 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 0-1 FT), seven rebounds, four assists and two steals in 38 minutes during Friday's 118-104 loss to Golden State.
The Nuggets juggled their lineup with Jamal Murray (hamstring) sidelined, employing Braun to play the point instead of Russell Westbrook, who started the game on the bench. It's a slightly unfamiliar spot for Braun, who played the off-guard position through his college career and has succeeded in that role with Denver. He'll return to his usual spot when Murray returns.
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Nuggets' Christian Braun: Likely to play vs. Golden State
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Braun (foot) has been listed as probable for Friday's game against the Warriors.
After missing Wednesday's game against the Spurs due to a left foot strain, Braun is trending toward returning to the floor for Denver on Friday. The 23-year-old guard is having a breakout season for Denver, averaging career-high numbers in points (15.2), rebounds (5.2), assists (2.5) and steals (1.1) per game.
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Nuggets' Christian Braun: No-go Wednesday
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Braun (foot) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Spurs, Brendan Vogt of TheDNVR.com reports.
Braun and the rest of the Nuggets' starting lineup will get the night off Wednesday. It'll be the 23-year-old guard's third absence of the campaign. Look for Russell Westbrook, Jalen Pickett and Trey Alexander to see most of the backcourt minutes. Braun's next chance to play will come Friday at Golden State
