Denver Nuggets vs Philadelphia 76ers regular season game: Full injury report, who's out, and more (January 5, 2026)

The Denver Nuggets visit the Philadelphia 76ers on Monday, January 5, 2026, at Xfinity Mobile Arena. The matchup comes at a difficult time for Denver, which is dealing with multiple injuries, while Philadelphia enters the game healthy enough to be heavily favored at home.Denver is still fourth in the Western Conference, but the roster looks very different without its core pieces. Philadelphia, sitting fifth in the East, has won three straight and has a chance to take advantage of a short-handed opponent in a game that could swing quickly if the Nuggets cannot keep up offensively.

Denver Nuggets vs Philadelphia 76ers Injury report and availability (January 5, 2026)

Denver Nuggets’ injury list is long. Nikola Jokic remains out with a left knee injury. Jamal Murray is listed as questionable due to an ankle issue.

Aaron Gordon, Christian Braun, Cameron Johnson, and Jonas Valanciunas are also unavailable, leaving Denver thin across the rotation.Philadelphia 76ers is in a better position. Joel Embiid is probable with knee management and is expected to play. Trendon Watford and Kelly Oubre Jr. are out, but the rest of the core rotation is intact.

How to watch tonight's Nuggets vs 76ers (Jan 5, 2026)

The game will air on Peacock, with streaming available through NBA League Pass and Fubo.

Local radio broadcasts will also carry the game.

Key players to watch

Philadelphia 76ers continues to rely on Tyrese Maxey, who is averaging 31.1 points, 7.1 assists, and 1.8 steals per game. Embiid has been producing around 26 points and 10 rebounds recently. Rookie VJ Edgecombe is adding 16.5 points per game and shooting 38.2 percent from three.Denver Nuggets’ offense depends on Murray if he plays. Peyton Watson has shown scoring flashes, including recent 24-point outings, while Tim Hardaway Jr.

has averaged 20.5 points while taking on a larger role.

Matchup outlook

Philadelphia’s size and rebounding give it a clear edge, especially with Denver missing Jokic. The Nuggets have played well on the road, but their offense drops sharply without their center. Philadelphia has gone 6-4 over its last 10 games, while Denver is 4-6 in that span.Denver has won most recent meetings between the teams, but the current injury situation changes the picture. Philadelphia is positioned to control the game late and pull away at home.

Game details and betting outlook

Tip-off is set for 8:30 PM ET in Philadelphia. The Nuggets come in at 23-12, while the 76ers are 19-14. Betting lines favor Philadelphia by 11.5 points, with the total set at 229.5 points.