Aaron Gordon

The 2016 Slam Dunk Contest was a true masterpiece, as Zach LaVine and Aaron Gordon traded phenomenal jams all night. Since that magical performance, the contest has gone downhill, and lack of superstar participation is a big reason. McClung's recent three-peat has brought a new level of excitement to the dying contest and, if Giannis and Ja's posts on X are any indication, McClung has revived it. Morant replied to his own post later with "zach and ag wassup" seemingly challenging LaVine and Gordon to enter on what would be the 10th anniversary of their famous showdown. A dunk contest with those four participants would surely bring some attention to All-Star's Saturday night festivities.

The Nuggets are without Michael Porter Jr. and Aaron Gordon, with the former missing a fourth straight game. Strawther will remain in the starting lineup, with Nnaji joining him as the other replacement. Strawther offers more reliable streaming value of the two, but Nnaji was productive in his most recent start (February 3 vs. New Orleans).

Gordon was initially listed as questionable as he continues to manage a right calf injury. Zeke Nnaji could see additional minutes off the bench with Gordon out Wednesday against the Trail Blazers.

Gordon (calf) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Trail Blazers.

While Gordon played in Monday's win over Portland, Porter did not, with Julian Strawther replacing him in the starting lineup. With MPJ dealing with a strained left hamstring, fantasy managers should play for the possibility of Strawther making another start. He can provide points and 3-pointers for those needing production in those categories.