Aaron Gordon Injury Status Update for March 18th, 2026
Aaron Gordon of the Nuggets has been ruled out and will not play today. Aaron was previously listed as Available before being officially ruled out.
This will be the 42nd game Aaron has missed this season.
Aaron Gordon Season Averages
Aaron's absence leaves a significant hole in the Nuggets rotation. Across 24 games this season, he's averaging 17.0 points, 6.0 rebounds, and 2.5 assists per game while playing 27.6 minutes per night.
| MPG | PPG | RPG | APG | FGA |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 27.6 | 17.0 | 6.0 | 2.5 | 11.7 |
Nuggets Performance With & Without Aaron Gordon
The numbers tell a clear story about Aaron's value to the Nuggets. With Aaron in the lineup this season, the team is 17-7. Without him, they've gone 22-18. Offensively, the team scores at a significantly higher rate with him on the floor (118.6 vs 120.8 offensive rating).
| With | Without | Diff | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Record | 17-7 | 22-18 | — |
| Off Rating | 118.6 | 120.8 | +2.3 |
| Def Rating | 114.5 | 117.5 | +3.0 |
| Net Rating | 4.1 | 3.4 | -0.8 |
| PPG | 117.5 | 121.8 | +4.3 |
Which Teammates Benefit Without Aaron Gordon?
When Aaron sits, other Nuggets players see increased opportunities. Based on this season's data, Julian Strawther, Peyton Watson and Cameron Johnson stand to benefit the most from his absence.
When Aaron has been out this season, Julian Strawther has averaged 5.7 more points per game, 3.6 additional field goal attempts and 9.9 extra minutes.
PPG: +5.7 | FGA: +3.6 | MPG: +9.9
When Aaron has been out this season, Peyton Watson has averaged 3.0 additional field goal attempts.
FGA: +3.0
When Aaron has been out this season, Cameron Johnson has averaged 4.8 more points per game and 7.6 extra minutes.
PPG: +4.8 | MPG: +7.6
Aaron Gordon Betting Trends
For bettors, Aaron's absence has historically had a measurable impact on the Nuggets's lines and related player props. Here are the most notable trends when Aaron has been out this season:
💰 Betting Trends (without Gordon) Nuggets OVER: 28-12 (+14.7u, 234.4 / -109 avg. line) Jamal Murray STL UNDER: 20-6 (+10.5u, 1.3 / -151 avg. line)
Full Injury Report — Aaron Gordon's Game
Here's the complete injury report for tonight's game. Both teams have key players dealing with various ailments heading into this one:
Nuggets @ Grizzlies - March 18, 2026 Denver Nuggets: Aaron Gordon (Out) Memphis Grizzlies: Santi Aldama (Out) Ja Morant (Out)
We'll continue to monitor Aaron's status and provide updates as they become available. Check back for the latest injury news and lineup updates for the Nuggets.