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Aaron Gordon enters new NBA season fully healthy for Nuggets

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 15, 2026, 5:54 AM

Last updated Sep 15, 2026

Aaron Gordon enters new NBA season fully healthy for Nuggets

Summary

Aaron Gordon has reported full recovery from calf and hamstring injuries ahead of the Denver Nuggets' new NBA season. Gordon, who played only 36 games last season, discussed his recovery during a youth camp event on September 15, 2026. He emphasized the importance of entering the season healthy, especially after the departure of teammate Peyton Watson, who signed with the Cleveland Cavaliers. Despite limited offseason activity, the Nuggets secured some roster depth by signing Tyus Jones, Spencer Jones, DeMar DeRozan, Alpha Diallo, and Marvin Bagley III.

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Status Watch

•Gordon played just 36 games last season due to injuries.
•He mentioned feeling mentally and physically prepared for the season.
•Peyton Watson left the Nuggets for the Cleveland Cavaliers.
•The Nuggets added Tyus Jones and DeMar DeRozan this offseason.
•Gordon remains focused on maintaining his health moving forward.

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5:54 AMYahoo Sports — Denver Nuggets Get Good Aaron Gordon News Ahead of New Season

What they're saying

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The Denver Nuggets didn’t have a healthy Aaron Gordon last season.Gordon played in just 36 games due to a couple of right hamstring injuries. He also appeared in just three games in their first-round series against the Minnesota Timberwolves because of calf tightness.The 30-year-old forward also dealt with a left hamstring injury in Game 7 […] The post Denver Nuggets Get Good Aaron Gordon News Ahead of New Season appeared first on HEAVY.
— Yahoo Sports

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