Strawther will enter the starting lineup in Thursday's game against Orlando.

EDGE Analysis

With both Jamal Murray (knee) and Russell Westbrook (hamstring) on the shelf, Strawther will receive the starting nod for the first time in his two-year career. The 22-year-old has played significant minutes off the bench all season, and over his last five outings, he has averaged 10.6 points, 2.4 rebounds and 1.8 three-pointers across 22.0 minutes per contest.

Strawther ended Monday's 125-113 win over New Orleans with 15 points (6-10 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 2-4 FT), three rebounds, two assists and two steals over 24 minutes.

EDGE Analysis

Aaron Gordon (calf) and Russell Westbrook (hamstring) sat this game out, while Peyton Watson (knee) is expected to miss at least four weeks. That means Strawther will have a big opportunity in front of him to make some noise with the second unit. Through 50 games this season, he's averaging 9.4 points, 2.1 rebounds, 1.3 assists and 1.5 three-pointers in 21.8 minutes.

Strawther ended Friday's 137-134 win over Philadelphia with 18 points (6-7 FG, 4-5 3Pt, 2-2 FT), two rebounds and one steal over 19 minutes off the bench.

EDGE Analysis

After scoring in single digits in four straight games while going just 3-for-15 (20.0 percent) from three-point range, Strawther found his rhythm Friday. The second-year wing has seen his court time take a hit during his shooting slump -- he hasn't played 20-plus minutes since Jan. 21 -- but overall, his role seems to be increasing. Over 17 appearances in January, Strawther averaged 10.1 points, 2.2 boards, 2.1 threes, 1.4 assists and 0.6 steals in 12.9 minutes a contest.

Strawther registered zero points (0-4 FG, 0-2 3Pt), two rebounds and one steal over 15 minutes during Monday's 129-121 loss to the Bulls.

EDGE Analysis

Strawther was quiet off the bench, failing to score for the first time all season. With the Nuggets rolling out a relatively healthy lineup, Strawther's opportunities have reduced over the past week, logging fewer than 20 minutes in all three games during that period.

Strawther finished with 23 points (8-14 FG, 5-9 3Pt, 2-2 FT), two rebounds and two assists over 26 minutes during Tuesday's 144-109 win over the 76ers.

EDGE Analysis

Strawther erupted for a career-high 23 points in the blowout win, taking advantage of some garbage time -- he scored nine of his points in the fourth quarter. The second-year guard has had a strong month overall, averaging 11.5 points, 2.4 rebounds, 1.7 assists, 0.6 steals and 2.3 three-pointers over his last 12 outings.

Strawther ended Friday's 133-113 victory over Miami with 14 points (5-9 FG, 4-7 3Pt, 0-1 FT), one rebound and one assist over 26 minutes off the bench.

EDGE Analysis

The four treys tied Strawther's season high. The second-year wing has seen his workload increase in January, and his production has also taken a small step forward. Through 10 games this month, Strawther has drained multiple threes six times, shooting 39.3 percent from beyond the arc while averaging 10.8 points, 2.4 boards, 2.2 threes and 1.7 assists.

Strawther (knee) will play in Wednesday's game against Houston.

EDGE Analysis

Strawther was initially tabbed probable due to a left knee injury and has been cleared to play. With Aaron Gordon (rest) and Nikola Jokic (elbow) sidelined, plenty of minutes should be available for Strawther.

Strawther (knee) is probable for Wednesday's game versus Houston.

EDGE Analysis

Aaron Gordon (calf) could be held out for rest Wednesday, so there could be a few extra minutes for Strawther if he's able to give it a go -- Strawther has averaged just 22.0 minutes in his last two games since Gordon returned from his injury.

Strawther (knee) is available for Tuesday's game versus the Mavericks.

EDGE Analysis

Strawther has been upgraded from probable to available Tuesday despite dealing with a strained right knee. The 22-year-old should continue to feature as one of Denver's primary forward options off the bench.

Strawther (knee) is probable for Tuesday's game against the Mavericks.

EDGE Analysis

Strawther is dealing with a right knee strain ahead of the front end of Denver's back-to-back Tuesday, but he's likely to play. If the sharpshooter unexpectedly sits out against Dallas, fantasy managers can look for Christian Braun and Peyton Watson to handle more pronounced roles for the Nuggets. Strawther is averaging 11.6 points, 2.7 rebounds, 1.4 assists, 0.7 steals and 2.1 threes in 27.8 minutes through his last seven outings.