Joffrey Lauvergne

Joffrey Lauvergne (nose) expected to play as Denver takes on Atlanta

Denver Nuggets power forward Joffrey Lauvergne (nasal wall fracture) is being listed as probable for Thursday's game against the Atlanta Hawks.

What It Means:

Lauvergne has been playing through a nasal wall fracture and cheekbone contusion for the past two games, and there's no reason to believe the trend won't continue on Thursday night.

Lauvergne checks in 70th with a 0.6 nERD. He is averaging 7.6 points and 5.0 rebounds per night while posting a career-best 53.1 Effective Field Goal Percentage.