Denver Nuggets vs New Orleans Pelicans Starting Lineups and Depth Charts
Updated Nov 11, with the latest lineups and odds
Projected starting lineups and depth for both teams, by minutes over recent games: Denver Nuggets at New Orleans Pelicans, 14 November 2026. The written preview, odds and model sit on the main preview page.
Projected Starting Fives
Projected minutes| Denver Nuggets | Position | New Orleans Pelicans |
|---|---|---|
Jamal Murray 37.0 mpg · 25.8 pts  | PG |  Jeremiah Fears 29.7 mpg · 15.4 pts |
Christian Braun 34.3 mpg · 12.4 pts  | SG |  Dejounte Murray 31.4 mpg · 14.5 pts |
Aaron Gordon 29.6 mpg · 11.2 pts  | SF |  Zion Williamson 33.0 mpg · 21.0 pts |
Cameron Johnson 30.8 mpg · 10.3 pts  | PF |  Trey Murphy III 30.0 mpg · 15.6 pts |
Nikola Jokic 36.4 mpg · 23.1 pts  | C |  Karlo Matkovic 17.8 mpg · 9.0 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 14 November 2026, the Denver Nuggets are expected to start Jamal Murray, Nikola Jokic, Christian Braun, Aaron Gordon and Cameron Johnson. The New Orleans Pelicans are expected to start Jeremiah Fears, Dejounte Murray, Karlo Matkovic, Zion Williamson and Trey Murphy III. Each five comes from the team's recent starts, with injured players taken out.
Who is out for Nuggets vs Pelicans?
For 14 November 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.