Nikola Jokic diagnosed with left knee hyperextension, to be re-evaluated in four weeks

The Denver Nuggets announced Nikola Jokic suffered a left knee hyperextension during last night’s game at the Miami Heat. The team added Jokic will be re-evaluated in four weeks.

Michael Scotto also reported the same timetable, noting Denver has been dealing with multiple injuries this season. In his post, Scotto referenced Aaron Gordon, Cam Johnson and Christian Braun among those sidelined.

Scotto added the Nuggets are missing 4/5 starters. The key update remains the official status line: Jokic will be re-evaluated in four weeks, per the team.

Injury Update: Nikola Jokić suffered a Left Knee Hyperextension injury during last night’s game at the Miami Heat. Nikola will be re-evaluated in four weeks. pic.twitter.com/NIDmlKAN81

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