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Julian Strawther

Denver Nuggets · Guard · 6′6″ 205 lb · age 24 · Gonzaga · 4th season

Season averages appear after his first game.

Availability

Tonight vs GSW

Out via ESPN ·

Reported Oct 16: Re-evaluated in six weeks

Official injury report: Out

Lineups not confirmed yet

Teammates out

Recent changes

  • Oct 16AvailabilityOut

What's being said

32 items · 4 sources this season
  • Podcast Locked On Nuggets · 2 points ·
    • Denver played the Thunder game without Cam and Cameron Johnson and Julian Strawther. at 9:25
    • For the Pelicans game, a host says Spencer Jones might play, pending that night's injury report. The host's conclusion is "probably just Spencer back." at 31:05

    “The ONE Thing Denver Needs On The Roster” · listen ↗

  • X Underdog NBA (@UnderdogNBA) · Report ·

    Injuries 10/22 CLE: Jarrett Allen - Questionable Nae'Qwan Tomlin - Out PHI: Dean Wade - Questionable Ariel Hukporti - Out Dominick Barlow - Out DEN: Spencer Jones - Questionable Julian Strawther - Out OKC: Nikola Topic - Out Thomas Sorber - Out

    original post ↗

  • Podcast Hardwood Knocks host · Opinion · around the league

    Mort has no idea what Julian Strawther's role will be; it could be anything from out of the rotation to sixth man.

    “1 Big Question For Every NBA Teams In The Western Conference” at 17:33 · listen ↗

  • Story ESPN · Article ·

    Nuggets' Julian Strawther out with knee sprain, will be reevaluated in six weeks

    source ↗

  • ESPN ESPN · Report ·

    Out, left knee sprain, return est. Nov 29, re-evaluated in six weeks

    source ↗

  • Podcast Locked On Nuggets · 2 points ·
    • A host or guest disagreed that Denver ran out of gas. He said the lane was clogged and corner spacing disappeared because DeRozan replaced Cam Johnson, and that Julian Strawther was not there to help either. No reason was given for Strawther's absence. at 17:45
    • A host said spacing is limited without Spencer Jones, Julian Strawther ("Julian") and Cam Johnson. He said Tyus Jones played well in the first half but became another non-shooter on the floor, and tied this to an unspecified trade ("that trade"). name not confirmed at 29:14

    “Nuggets Lose Opener As Jokic And Murray Crash Again” · listen ↗

  • Podcast Locked On Nuggets host · Analysis ·

    Counting injuries so far, the host loosely includes Spencer Jones and Julian Strawther alongside Cam Johnson. No details are given.

    “NUGGETS POSTCAST: Nikola Jokic & Jamal Murray Struggle as Nuggets Fall vs Thunder” at 16:07 · listen ↗

  • Podcast Locked On Nuggets · 3 points ·
    • Most improved Nugget picks: one host took Strawther. The other two took Brazile, on the idea that he will look bad at times before improving over the season. at 22:24
    • A host refers to Julian Strawther, which suggests he is currently unavailable. No reason is given. at 23:15
    • A host isn't sure Julian Strawther is ready to step into the point guard spot, though he'd like him to. at 36:29

    “Nuggets Season Predictions: Title, Wins, Stats, Trades & More” · listen ↗

  • Podcast Swipa, Locked On Nuggets · Analysis ·

    The host says that with no Julian Strawther, Denver needs another two guard. That will be Alpha Diallo, but Cam Whitmore might take some of those minutes. The host thinks Whitmore will still be on the roster. No reason is given for Strawther's absence.

    “LETS GET ROCKIN' | Nuggets Basketball is BACK | Glimmering Hope” at 28:57 · listen ↗

  • Podcast Locked On Nuggets · 3 points ·
    • Matt Moore: The host says he had earlier guessed Strawther's injury would be a knee sprain lasting four to six weeks. at 2:49
    • Matt Moore: The host puts Strawther's absence at about 20 games and thinks the team will be okay. Elsewhere it is described as the first 20 or so games. at 3:03
    • Matt Moore: Spencer Jones, Aaron Gordon ("AG") and Julian Strawther ("Julian") all did not play in the finale. at 3:07

    “Trevon Brazile, Nuggets shine in Preseason Finale vs Lakers” · listen ↗

  • X Law Murray (@LawMurrayTheNU) · Report ·

    The Denver Nuggets say that Julian Strawther has a left knee sprain. He is likely out until December

    original post ↗

  • Podcast Locked On Nuggets · 4 points ·
    • Ryan Blackburn: According to Ryan, the bench 'seems' set to be DeRozan, Tyus Jones and Marvin Bagley, plus Julian Strawther if he is able to go and Spencer Jones. at 16:36
    • Locked On Nuggets (reported): Julian Strawther got hurt in the Clippers game. The show says it has learned no report on him will come until the next day at the earliest. His status for the start of the season is unclear. at 16:46
    • A host said the hope is that Strawther's development would lead him into the backup point guard role somewhat. at 22:08
    • Ryan Blackburn: Asked whether Alpha Diallo is a lock for the rotation, Ryan said no, but that he is pretty close to a lock if Julian (Strawther) is out to start the season. at 34:59

    “Trevon Brazile hype and what to do with Nuggets bench” · listen ↗

  • Podcast Locked On Nuggets · 8 points ·
    • Matt Moore: Julian Strawther had a collision while on the ball. His leg went sideways and his knee touched the floor. He left with a towel over his face because of the pain and did not return. at 3:07
    • Matt Moore: The host expects to learn about an MRI for Julian Strawther sometime, probably Thursday, and says he will make sure there is an update. at 3:39
    • Matt Moore: The host said Julian Strawther had a phenomenal preseason start and has been one of the bright spots off the bench. If he is out, the host called it a huge blow to depth, since they need another ball handler who can create off the dribble. at 3:51
    • Matt Moore: The bench lineup tonight was Tyus Jones, Julian Strawther, Bagley, Trevon Brazile and Whitmore. It differed from the first three preseason games and, per the host, was 'absolutely destroyed', even before Strawther's injury. at 9:37
    • Matt Moore: The host described the earlier bench structure as sensible. Tyus Jones runs the offense and plays pick-and-roll with Marvin Bagley. Strawther is an iso/deep threat who also runs pick-and-roll. Alpha Diallo defends and only spots up or cuts. at 9:50
    • Matt Moore: The host said DeRozan is supposed to fill Julian Strawther's bench role: a second ball handler who brings it up and scores individually. If Strawther misses time, DeRozan should fill most of it in the regular season. He views Strawther as the better, higher-volume three-point shooter and prefers his pick-and-roll play. at 16:05
    • Matt Moore: There has been no update on Spencer Jones's condition, and it's unknown when he will be back. If neither he nor Strawther is back by opening night, the host says two of the top 10 are out, forcing Adelman to open up the rotation or stagger. at 17:22
    • Swipa: Swiper thinks Cam Whitmore adds something but is very raw. He says the team knew what it was getting and needs him, especially if Strawther is down. at 22:00

    “A Rotten Preseason Loss” · listen ↗

  • Podcast Locked On Nuggets · 3 points ·
    • Preseason so far: Julian Strawther is taking 5 threes a game in 18 minutes and shooting 43.8%. Cameron Johnson is taking 4.7 threes a game in 18 minutes and shooting 57%. at 15:24
    • Host opinion: Strawther should build his shot diet around threes, layups, floaters and free throws. He cites Tim Hardaway Jr. taking 71% of his shots from three last year. at 15:55
    • Host opinion: Adelman must use his whole roster creatively and stagger more. He wants Spencer Jones, Brazile, DeRozan, Strawther, Tyus Jones and Diallo all playing with Jokic. at 31:47

    “IMPACT: The Nuggets Have A MACHINE | Everyone Has A Job to Do” · listen ↗

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Game log

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2025-26 season (last season) · 59 games
DateOppMinPtsRebAst3PM
Apr 27MIN W4 min0 pts0 reb0 ast0 3PM
Apr 23@MIN L14 min6 pts3 reb0 ast1 3PM
Apr 12@SAS W34 min25 pts6 reb3 ast4 3PM
Apr 10OKC W34 min22 pts4 reb3 ast4 3PM
Apr 8MEM W15 min10 pts2 reb1 ast2 3PM
Apr 6POR W19 min11 pts0 reb0 ast1 3PM
Apr 4SAS W11 min6 pts1 reb2 ast2 3PM
Apr 1@UTA W9 min0 pts0 reb0 ast0 3PM
Mar 29GSW W18 min7 pts2 reb2 ast1 3PM
Mar 27UTA W5 min0 pts2 reb2 ast0 3PM
Mar 25DAL W16 min8 pts5 reb0 ast2 3PM
Mar 24@PHX W8 min7 pts1 reb1 ast1 3PM
Mar 22POR W2 min0 pts0 reb0 ast0 3PM
Mar 18@MEM L6 min2 pts0 reb1 ast0 3PM
Mar 17PHI W13 min5 pts3 reb1 ast1 3PM
Mar 12@SAS W15 min10 pts2 reb1 ast2 3PM
Mar 11HOU W8 min6 pts1 reb0 ast2 3PM
Mar 9@OKC L3 min0 pts0 reb0 ast0 3PM
Mar 6NYK L17 min2 pts2 reb1 ast0 3PM
Mar 5LAL W29 min18 pts2 reb0 ast2 3PM
Mar 2@UTA W29 min15 pts1 reb1 ast3 3PM
Mar 1MIN L17 min2 pts0 reb0 ast0 3PM
Feb 27@OKC L15 min0 pts3 reb2 ast0 3PM
Feb 25BOS W26 min12 pts1 reb1 ast2 3PM
Feb 22@GSW L18 min6 pts3 reb2 ast0 3PM
Feb 20@POR W29 min19 pts6 reb4 ast1 3PM
Feb 19@LAC L25 min18 pts1 reb2 ast6 3PM
Feb 11MEM W25 min11 pts1 reb2 ast1 3PM
Feb 9CLE L29 min20 pts6 reb0 ast2 3PM
Feb 7@CHI W33 min19 pts5 reb0 ast4 3PM
Feb 4@NYK L17 min11 pts3 reb1 ast2 3PM
Feb 3@DET L23 min15 pts8 reb2 ast1 3PM
Feb 1OKC L22 min9 pts4 reb3 ast2 3PM
Jan 30LAC W17 min3 pts3 reb3 ast1 3PM
Jan 29BKN W22 min7 pts1 reb1 ast1 3PM
Jan 27DET L12 min4 pts2 reb0 ast0 3PM
Jan 23@MIL W27 min20 pts5 reb3 ast1 3PM
Jan 18CHA L20 min15 pts2 reb2 ast2 3PM
Jan 17WAS W6 min0 pts1 reb0 ast0 3PM
Jan 11MIL W8 min0 pts0 reb0 ast0 3PM
Jan 9ATL L10 min0 pts1 reb0 ast0 3PM
Jan 5@PHI W15 min6 pts4 reb5 ast0 3PM
Jan 2@CLE L6 min0 pts0 reb0 ast0 3PM
Dec 29@MIA L14 min4 pts1 reb1 ast0 3PM
Dec 27@ORL L17 min13 pts0 reb1 ast1 3PM
Dec 25MIN W12 min0 pts3 reb1 ast0 3PM
Dec 23@DAL L12 min8 pts2 reb0 ast2 3PM
Dec 22UTA W11 min0 pts0 reb1 ast0 3PM
Dec 20HOU L5 min2 pts0 reb1 ast0 3PM
Dec 18ORL W6 min2 pts0 reb0 ast0 3PM
Nov 15@MIN W6 min0 pts1 reb0 ast0 3PM
Nov 12@LAC W11 min4 pts1 reb0 ast0 3PM
Nov 11@SAC W3 min0 pts1 reb0 ast0 3PM
Nov 8IND W22 min12 pts6 reb2 ast0 3PM
Nov 7GSW W7 min4 pts1 reb0 ast0 3PM
Nov 3SAC W7 min4 pts0 reb0 ast1 3PM
Oct 29NOP W11 min6 pts2 reb2 ast1 3PM
Oct 27@MIN W1 min0 pts0 reb0 ast0 3PM
Oct 25PHX W3 min3 pts2 reb0 ast0 3PM

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Predictions about him

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Came true 2

  • Came true Locked On Nuggets (show): Cameron Johnson and Julian Strawther will probably sit out against the Pelicans on Oct 25 (garbled audio).
    2026-10-23 · Podcast · for vs NOP, 2026-10-25 · result: did not play Flag
  • Came true Locked On Nuggets (show): Strawther seems to be unavailable for now and is likely out for Denver's next game against OKC.
    2026-10-20 · Podcast · for @ OKC, 2026-10-23 · result: did not play Flag

Background

ESPN profile · our roster records
BornApr 18, 2002 · Las Vegas, NV
Size6′6″ · 205 lb · Guard
CollegeGonzaga
Draft2023 · round 1, pick 29 · IND
Experience4th NBA season
TeamsDEN 2023–27