Denver Nuggets vs New Orleans Pelicans Starting Lineups and Depth Charts
Updated Jan 13, after the final
Projected starting lineups and depth for both teams, by minutes over recent games: Denver Nuggets at New Orleans Pelicans, 13 January 2026. The written preview, odds and model sit on the main preview page.
Projected Starting Fives
Minutes this season| Denver Nuggets | Position | New Orleans Pelicans |
|---|---|---|
Jamal Murray 35.5 mpg · 25.8 pts  | PG |  Jeremiah Fears 26.7 mpg · 15.4 pts |
Christian Braun 28.8 mpg · 12.4 pts  | SG |  Bryce McGowens 20.0 mpg · 2.5 pts |
Spencer Jones 22.6 mpg · 6.5 pts  | SF |  Trey Murphy III 35.6 mpg · 15.6 pts |
DaRon Holmes II 13.6 mpg · 0.8 pts  | PF |  Zion Williamson 28.9 mpg · 21.0 pts |
Nikola Jokic 34.6 mpg · 23.1 pts  | C |  Derik Queen 26.2 mpg · 12.5 pts |
Starters are not published in advance. These five are the heaviest minute-earners on each contracted roster who can cover all five positions between them. Every game's starting lineups →
Depth chart
Quick answers2 questions
What are the Denver Nuggets vs New Orleans Pelicans starting lineups?
For 13 January 2026, the Denver Nuggets are expected to start Spencer Jones, DaRon Holmes II, Jamal Murray, Christian Braun and Nikola Jokic. The New Orleans Pelicans are expected to start Jeremiah Fears, Derik Queen, Zion Williamson, Trey Murphy III and Bryce McGowens. Each five comes from the team's recent starts, with injured players taken out.
Who is out for Nuggets vs Pelicans?
For 13 January 2026, the Denver Nuggets are without 1 player: Julian Strawther (Out), and the New Orleans Pelicans are without 4 players: Malik Dia (Doubtful), Jaron Pierre Jr. (Doubtful), Yves Missi (Out) and Trendon Watford (Out). Statuses come from the latest injury report and update through the day until tip-off.