Christian Braun

Jokic and Braun were initially probable for Saturday's game, so the status upgrades were expected. Joining them in the starting lineup are Jamal Murray, Russell Westbrook and Michael Porter Jr. Westbrook steps in for Aaron Gordon, who will sit out the second game of Denver's home back-to-back.

Braun (foot) is available for Saturday's game against the Wizards.

Braun is listed as probable for Saturday's game versus the Wizards due to left foot inflammation.

Jokic continues to be listed on the injury report with elbow and ankle issues, but he hasn't missed any games and his play hasn't slowed down at all. Braun has recently popped up on the injury report with a foot injury, but it hasn't caused him to miss any games yet. Both are expected to start Saturday given their probable listings.

After his run of 26 straight games in double figures came to a screeching halt on Wednesday, Braun started a new run on Friday. He's scored 20 points or more in 16 games this season after having one such effort during the 2023-24 campaign. And since the All-Star break, Braun has been a sixth-round player in eight-cat formats. He has been a reliable fantasy option for most of this season, which is why Braun is rostered in most standard leagues.