Lakers132
Jazz123
Pacers136
Nets109
Raptors94
Timberwolves117
Magic111
Knicks102
Clippers101
Thunder108
Pistons101
76ers93
Grizzlies65
Kings54Denver Nuggets @ Portland Trail Blazers: Dec 15, 2026
Nuggets vs Trail Blazers tips off at 11:00 PM ET (8:00 PM PT) on Tuesday, December 15, 2026 at Moda Center, Portland. Watch it on NBC and Peacock.
How to Watch Nuggets vs Trail Blazers: Time, TV & Stream
- Date & time
- Tuesday, December 15, 202611:00 PM ET / 8:00 PM PT
- Watch on
- NBC and Peacock Free over the air
- Stream
- PeacockAlso on NBA League Pass
- Arena
- Moda CenterPortland
Outside the US: NBA League Pass International, no blackouts. Canada: TSN / Sportsnet.
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Injury Report
| Player | Team | Pos | Status | Injury | Since |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Branden Carlson |  Trail Blazers | C | Out | Concussion Protocol | Oct 20, 2026 |
| Chris Youngblood | Trail Blazers | G | Out | Ankle | Oct 20, 2026 |
| Shaedon Sharpe | Trail Blazers | G | Out | Meniscus | Aug 24, 2026 |
| Alpha Diallo |  Nuggets | F | Out | Wrist | Oct 23, 2026 |
| Cameron Johnson | Nuggets | F | Out | Ankle | Oct 22, 2026 |
| Julian Strawther | Nuggets | G | Out | Knee | Oct 16, 2026 |
| Spencer Jones | Nuggets | F | Out | Hamstring | Oct 21, 2026 |
Status as of 9:00 PM ET, Oct 23. Teams can change a player's status up to tip-off; check team announcements before the game.
Key Players
Nuggets
Nikola JokićC · 2 GP24.0PTS11.0REB7.5AST
Jamal MurrayG · 2 GP24.0PTS6.5REB4.5AST
Aaron GordonF · 2 GP13.5PTS5.5REB2.5AST
Trail Blazers
Damian LillardG · 2 GP22.0PTS4.0REB4.0AST
Deni AvdijaF · 2 GP22.0PTS8.0REB4.5AST
Toumani CamaraF · 2 GP18.5PTS2.5REB2.0AST
Season averages, top three scorers per team.
Nuggets vs Trail Blazers Preview
The Nuggets are 1-1 this season, while the Trail Blazers are 2-0 this season.
The Nuggets won last season's series 3-1. The Trail Blazers rank 3rd in assists, the biggest gap between these teams. Players to watch: Nikola Jokić (24.0 points per game) and Damian Lillard (22.0 points per game).
Nuggets vs Trail Blazers Head-to-Head
Previous meetings
- Apr 6, 2026 Trail Blazers @ Nuggets 132-137
- Mar 22, 2026 Trail Blazers @ Nuggets 112-128
- Feb 20, 2026 Nuggets @ Trail Blazers 157-103
- Oct 31, 2025 Nuggets @ Trail Blazers 107-109
Nuggets vs Trail Blazers Season Stats 2026-27
Regular-season averages; rank of 30 teams.
Standings Context
More NBA Games on Dec 15, 2026
- 8:00 PM ET NBC, Peacock
This Nuggets vs Trail Blazers page updates on its own: live score during the game, box score and recap minutes after the final buzzer. Next: Nuggets host the Hawks Dec 17; Trail Blazers visit the Pacers Dec 17.
Nuggets vs Trail Blazers FAQs
What time does Nuggets vs Trail Blazers start?
The Denver Nuggets play the Portland Trail Blazers on Tuesday, December 15, 2026 at Moda Center in Portland. Tip-off is 11:00 PM ET (8:00 PM PT).
What channel is Nuggets vs Trail Blazers on?
Nuggets vs Trail Blazers airs nationally on NBC and Peacock. Stream it on Peacock.
What are the Nuggets and Trail Blazers records?
Going into this game the Nuggets were 1-1 and the Trail Blazers were 2-0 this season.
Who is injured for Nuggets vs Trail Blazers?
As of 9:00 PM ET, Oct 23: Branden Carlson (Trail Blazers, out, concussion protocol); Chris Youngblood (Trail Blazers, out, ankle); Shaedon Sharpe (Trail Blazers, out, meniscus); Alpha Diallo (Nuggets, out, wrist); Cameron Johnson (Nuggets, out, ankle); Julian Strawther (Nuggets, out, knee).
How did Nuggets vs Trail Blazers go last season?
The Nuggets won the regular-season series 3-1 in 2025-26.
Who won the last Nuggets vs Trail Blazers game?
The Nuggets beat the Trail Blazers 137-132 on Apr 6, 2026 at home.
Where is Nuggets vs Trail Blazers being played?
At Moda Center in Portland, the home arena of the Portland Trail Blazers.
Can I watch Nuggets vs Trail Blazers for free?
Yes. NBC and Peacock games air free over the air on NBC with an antenna, and stream on Peacock with a subscription.