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Denver Nuggets vs Cleveland Cavaliers: stats, injuries and matchup preview

The Denver Nuggets (5-4) visit the Cleveland Cavaliers (5-6) on Saturday, January 9, 2027 at 5:00 PM ET, at Rocket Arena, Cleveland, OH. TV: DAZN CLE. Below: injuries, recent form, a team comparison and matchup notes for Cleveland Cavaliers vs Denver Nuggets.

NBASaturday, January 9, 2027
Denver Nuggets logoDenver Nuggets5-4
5:00 PM ETJan 9, 2027
Cleveland Cavaliers logoCleveland Cavaliers5-6
DateJan 9, 2027
Time5:00 PM ET
VenueRocket Arena, Cleveland, OH
TVDAZN CLE

Team comparison

Denver NuggetsCleveland Cavaliers
Points per game
113.6
116.5
Points allowed per game
112.8
115.0
5-4Record5-6
4th in Northwest DivisionStanding2nd in Central Division
3-2Road record / home record4-2
LWWLWLast 5LLWLL
L1StreakL2

Team stats

Denver NuggetsCleveland Cavaliers
L1StreakL2
Points Against
112.8
115.0
5-4Last Ten Games5-5
Points Per Game
113.6
116.5
Field Goal %
48
46
Three Point %
35
37
Rebounds Per Game
42.3
46.2
Assists Per Game
26.9
27.0
Blocks Per Game
3.8
5.5
Steals Per Game
9.6
7.4
Team Turnovers Per Game
0.9
0.5
Total Turnovers Per Game
14.1
13.8

Injury report

Confirm lineups and injuries close to game time.

Denver Nuggets
Julian Strawther G · Knee - Sprain
Out
Cleveland Cavaliers
Sam Merrill G · Elbow
Out
Jaylon Tyson G · Ankle - Sprain
Out

Recent form

Denver NuggetsLWWLW
Nov 9, 2026 · at Houston RocketsL 100-110
Nov 7, 2026 · at Indiana PacersW 114-102
Nov 4, 2026 · vs Toronto RaptorsW 128-109
Nov 2, 2026 · vs Portland Trail BlazersL 110-118
Oct 30, 2026 · at Phoenix SunsW 127-120
Cleveland CavaliersLLWLL
Nov 9, 2026 · at Charlotte HornetsL 112-124
Nov 7, 2026 · vs New York KnicksL 97-109
Nov 6, 2026 · vs Philadelphia 76ersW 119-95
Nov 4, 2026 · at Oklahoma City ThunderL 116-124
Nov 2, 2026 · vs Oklahoma City ThunderL 112-117

Season series

Series starts 1/9
Mar 18, 2027CLE 0, DEN 0
Jan 9, 2027DEN 0, CLE 0

Team pages

Denver Nuggets
Schedule, roster and statsCleveland Cavaliers
Schedule, roster and stats

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Frequently asked questions

What time is Denver Nuggets vs Cleveland Cavaliers?

The game is on Saturday, January 9, 2027 at 5:00 PM ET at Rocket Arena, Cleveland, OH.

How can I watch Denver Nuggets vs Cleveland Cavaliers?

TV: DAZN CLE.

What are the records of the Denver Nuggets and Cleveland Cavaliers?

Denver Nuggets: 5-4. Cleveland Cavaliers: 5-6.

Who is injured for Denver Nuggets vs Cleveland Cavaliers?

Listed out or doubtful: Denver Nuggets: Julian Strawther. Cleveland Cavaliers: Sam Merrill, Jaylon Tyson. Check the injury report above for the full list, and confirm close to game time.

Where is Denver Nuggets vs Cleveland Cavaliers played?

Rocket Arena, Cleveland, OH.

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