Portland Trail Blazers guard Anfernee Simons (personal) will not play in Thursday's game against the Denver Nuggets.
Simons will not be active on Thursday night for personal reasons. In a matchup against a Denver unit allowing a 108.7 defensive rating, Dennis Smith Jr. could play an increased role at the guard positions.
Smith Jr's Thursday projection includes 13.6 points, 4.2 rebounds, and 4.7 assists.
Source: NBA injury report