The Nuggets played without starting point guard Jamal Murray, who sat out due to inflammation in his left knee. Given their recent schedule, the team decided getting Murray off his feet was wise. The team has been playing without guard Russell Westbrook, who’s been sidelined by a hamstring injury.

For the first time since their Christmas Day clash, the Denver Nuggets and Phoenix Suns will meet in the Footprint Center. Both teams enter the game with minor injury concerns, with the Nuggets listing Jamal Murray and Michael Porter Jr.

Michael Porter Jr. is keeping his focus on the rim, not the trade rumors. He’s tuned them out, in fact, and turned up his game.