Nikola Jokic

Jokic was well on his way to a 12th triple-double of the season, but the nature of Thursday's game got in the way. Denver held a 28-point lead at the end of the third quarter, so there was no need for the three-time MVP to go back into the game. So, Jokic managers will have to settle for his 22nd double-double and tenth game of the season with at least 30 points. Unfortunately for those who have him rostered, the Nuggets don't play again until Monday night against the Rockets.

Murray didn't have a great night shooting the basketball, but he did lead the Nuggets with nine assists. So far, he's had at least nine helpers in seven games this season, something he only did six times in 2024-25. While Murray's fantasy value is not on par with that of teammate Nikola Jokic, he is closing in on first-round value in eight- and nine-cat formats. The Nuggets play three games in Week 9, starting with the Rockets on Monday.

Making his third straight start in place of the injured Domantas Sabonis (knee), Raynaud took on a challenging matchup in the form of Denver's Nikola Jokic. He finished one rebound shy of a double-double and has reached double figures in scoring in four straight games. With Drew Eubanks exiting Thursday's game with a right thumb injury, the Kings will likely need more production from Raynaud as they await Sabonis' return. He's rostered in 23 percent of Yahoo! leagues, and that number may increase ahead of Sunday's game against the Timberwolves.

Jokic chipped in 36 points (14-16 FG, 2-2 3Pt, 6-8 FT), 12 rebounds, eight assists and two steals in 29 minutes during Thursday's 136-105 victory over the Kings.

Sengun hadn't played in over a week due to an illness, but he still had a great game Thursday. The 23-year-old center has recorded a double-double in three consecutive games played. Only Nikola Jokic has more games with at least 20 points, at least 15 rebounds and at least five assists this year.