Two days after an embarrassing home loss to the Boston Celtics, the winless Pelicans went on the road and got steamrolled by the Denver Nuggets 122-88 at Ball Arena. The Pelicans (0-4) have now lost their last 11 games dating back to last season.

The Denver Nuggets have the status for one key name up in the air vs. the New Orleans Pelicans: forward Cam Johnson, who was listed on the team's injury report leading up to tip-off.

Both the New Orleans Pelicans and Denver Nuggets may be without multiple key players in Wednesday night's matchup.

Nikola Jokic faces an uncertain game status for the Denver Nuggets' clash with the New Orleans Pelicans. An elbow injury has him listed as questionable. Jamal Murray also has an ankle issue. Cameron Johnson is dealing with a shoulder injury.

The Denver Nuggets' coaching staff eviscerated local media members in a friendly pickup game before the season.

Zion Williamson and the New Orleans Pelicans have dropped their first two games to open the 2025–26 season. After last year’s collapse, the team is hoping Williamson can stay healthy and lead a return to the NBA playoffs.

There is a common understanding that having veteran players on a young team can be critical to teaching rising prospects how to be a pro in the NBA.