Barton furnished 22 points (8-13 FG, 4-5 3Pt, 2-2 FT), nine rebounds, five assists, one steal and one block across 30 minutes in the Nuggets' 114-108 loss to the Jazz on Wednesday.

EDGE Analysis

Barton's scoring total led the second unit and was behind only that of Nikola Jokic's for the Nuggets on the night. The veteran wing's points, rebound and assist totals were also new high-water marks for him during what has been an injury-shortened campaign, and the 30 minutes he logged Wednesday represented his largest allotment of playing time in the five games since his return from a long absence due to abdominal surgery. Barton's shot had been decidedly rusty over the first four contests (26.5 percent), so the Nuggets and fantasy owners alike will hope Wednesday's sharp performance is a turning point.

Barton is still on an "18-20ish" minute restriction for Saturday's matchup against the Cavaliers, Chris Dempsey of the Nuggets' official site reports.

EDGE Analysis

Barton has played three games since his return from an extended absence as a result of a groin injury. Still, it seems coach Michael Malone and the medical staff wants to bring Barton along slowly. That's a liberty the Nuggets can take, as Denver is 30-14 heading into Saturday's action.

Barton went through shootaround Saturday morning after missing Thursday's game for personal reasons, Harrison Wind of BSN Denver reports.

EDGE Analysis

Barton was removed from the injury report on Friday so his status was never in much doubt, but his presence at shootaround should confirm that he'll be back to availability for Saturday's matchup with the Cavs. Prior to Thursday, Barton played 23 minutes in Tuesday's loss to Golden State -- his most since returning from a lengthy injury layoff.

Barton (personal) is not on the injury report for Saturday's game against the Cavaliers, T.J. McBride of MileHighSports.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Barton was unavailable for Thursday's game against the Bulls due to a personal issue, but his absence from the team won't extend beyond that. Expect Barton to be back to playing his regular role off the bench Saturday.

Barton (personal) isn't available for Thursday's game against the Bulls.

EDGE Analysis

Barton departed Thursday morning's shootaround due to a personal issue, and he'll be held out of the game as a result. The details surrounding Barton's status remain murky, but more information on his availability moving forward should come to light in the near future.

Barton was excused from Thursday's shootaround due to personal reasons, Harrison Wind of BSNDenver.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Specifics regarding Barton's absence remain unclear, as does his status for Thursday's game against the Bulls. Look for his status to clear up closer to game-time.

Barton supplied 11 points (3-11 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 2-2 FT), eight rebounds, four assists, and one block in 23 minutes during Tuesday's 142-111 loss to the Warriors.

EDGE Analysis

Barton couldn't buy a bucket from two-point range and finished with as many field-goal attempts as points. Nevertheless, he contributed in every category except steals while amassing a season high rebounding total and matching his season high in assists. Barton's groin injury has limited him to five games this season, but fantasy owners can safely re-insert him into lineups.

Barton had six points (2-10 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 1-2 FT), five rebounds, and three assists in 16 minutes during Saturday's 102-93 loss to Phoenix.

EDGE Analysis

Barton made his return Saturday after missing basically the entire season thus far due to a groin injury. He played 16 minutes off the bench which was likely by design. He will continue to ramp up his playing time over the next couple of weeks meaning it will be a while before he is putting up standard league value. If for some reason he is available in your league, he certainly won't be for long, so go ahead and grab him.

Barton (groin) will be available for Saturday's game against the Suns, Chris Dempsey of the Nuggets' official site reports.

EDGE Analysis

Barton was officially a game-time decision though coach Michael Malone indicated earlier Saturday he was likely to play. The 27-year-old should serve in a reserve role in his first action since the second game of the season, though Trey Lyles (wrist) and Gary Harris (hamstring) being ruled out could impact his role.

Barton (groin) will "likely" make his return Saturday against the Suns, T.J. McBride of MileHighSports.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Barton went through morning shootaround and coach Michael Malone expressed optimism that Barton would be able to take the floor. Assuming that's the case, it will be Barton's first action since the second game of the season. Chances are, he'll be eased back into action and could see very limited minutes.