Nikola Jokic missed his third consecutive game with elbow and ankle injuries as the team continued to prioritize his health ahead of the playoffs. He has played through both injuries as recently as last Saturday against the Wizards at Ball Arena.

The Denver Nuggets have hovered at the top of the Western Conference standings for much of the season, but the team is now in danger of falling out of the top four and losing home court advantage in the first round of the NBA playoffs.

The Denver Nuggets have released the final injury status for stars Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray against the Portland Trail Blazers.