Arthur (quad) posted 14 points (5-8 FG, 4-4 3Pt), five rebounds, four assists, and two steals in 25 minutes during the Nuggets' 114-110 loss against the Kings on Tuesday.

EDGE Analysis

After Arthur missed five games heading into All-Star break, he has combined to play 54 minutes in the three games following it. Arthur appeared to get mugged by DeMarcus Cousins on the final play of regulation. However, silent whistles and the Kings' recovery of the loose ball thereafter allowed Sacramento to close out a tough win. Arthur may be unlikely to see this much time on a nightly basis. Still, he is capable of stretching the floor, and provides leadership on a team filled with young talent.

Arthur (quad) practiced Wednesday and is expected to play Friday against the Kings, Chris Dempsey of the Denver Post reports.

EDGE Analysis

Arthur missed the Nuggets' last five games leading up to the All-Star break with the quad injury, but his full participation at practice suggests he's back to full health. The 27-year-old is expected to immediately reclaim a spot in coach Mike Malone's rotation as the first or second big man off the bench.

Arthur (quad) is hopeful to play in Friday's game against the Kings, Christopher Dempsey of the Denver Post reports.

EDGE Analysis

The Nuggets held Arthur out of their past five games due to the injury, but the team is optimistic the week-long All-Star break provided enough time for the forward to recover. Arthur, who is averaging seven points and four rebounds across 46 games this season, should hold down a steady bench role once he's formally cleared to return to the court.

Arthur (quadriceps) didn't take the floor in Wednesday's 103-92 win over the Pistons.

EDGE Analysis

Arthur has now sat out the Nuggets' last five games with the sore left quad, but he'll have just over a week to heal up until the team's next tilt Feb. 19 against the Kings. The Nuggets appear hopeful that Arthur will be ready to go by then.

Arthur (quad) will not play in Monday's matchup with Nets, Chris Dempsey of the Denver Post reports.

EDGE Analysis

Arthur was originally considered questionable to play, but it now appears that he'll be held out until after the all-star break. If that's the case, look for Joffery Lauvergne to continue to pick up extra time off the bench in place of Arthur.

Arthur (quad) is considered questionable for Monday's matchup with Brooklyn, Chris Dempsey of the Denver Post reports.

EDGE Analysis

Soreness in his left quad has kept Arthur out of each of the last three games, including Sunday's 101-96 win over the Knicks. It appears as though the team will wait to evaluate Arthur until later in the afternoon, and the forward could ultimately end up as a game-time call. If he does return, expect Arthur to see his usual complement of 17-21 minute off the bench.

Arthur (quad) has been ruled out of Sunday's matchup with the Knicks, Chris Dempsey of the Denver Post reports.

EDGE Analysis

Arthur will miss his third straight game due to a sore left quad. His next opportunity to take the court will be Monday, when the Nuggets take on the Nets. Look for Nikola Jokic, Kenneth Faried, and Joffrey Lauvergne to continue to see their minutes elevated with Arthur's absence.

Arthur (quadriceps) will not play Friday versus the Bulls, Bulls announcer Chuck Swirsky reports.

EDGE Analysis

This will be the second consecutive game missed for Arthur due to a sore quadriceps. In his absence, Nikola Jokic and Kenneth Faried should continue seeing a majority of the workload, while J.J. Hickson and Joffrey Lauvergne could see increased usage. The next opportunity for Arthur to return to action will be Sunday versus the Knicks. Expect an update on his status prior to tip-off.

Arthur (quad) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Jazz, Chris Dempsey of the Denver Post reports.

EDGE Analysis

Arthur apparently tweaked the right quad injury that ailed him last week, and he'll sit out Wednesday, marking his first absence since mid-December. In Arthur's absence, Jusuf Nurkic and J.J. Hickson could each see mild minutes boosts off the bench.

Arthur (quadriceps) will be able to play Thursday against Washington, Chris Dempsey of the Denver Post reports.

EDGE Analysis

Reports surfaced early Thursday that Arthur was dealing with a quadriceps strain after playing limited minutes against the Celtics on Thursday, leaving his status in question. However, coach Mike Malone confirmed before tip-off that Arthur will be able to give it a go against the Wizards.