Nuggets' Aaron Gordon Expected to Suit Up vs. Jazz

Denver Nuggets forward Aaron Gordon is expected to make his return to the lineup on Monday night when the team takes on the Utah Jazz.

Gordon has missed the past two games due to a rib injury, but he practiced fully on Sunday and is listed as probable for Monday's game.

The Nuggets have gone 1-1 in Gordon's absence, with a win over the Los Angeles Lakers and a loss to the Sacramento Kings. Gordon is averaging 16.2 points, 6.4 rebounds, and 2.4 assists per game this season.

His return will be a boost to the Nuggets, who are currently in third place in the Western Conference with a record of 26-13.

The Jazz are coming off a 118-113 loss to the Golden State Warriors on Saturday night. They are currently in fifth place in the Western Conference with a record of 23-16.

The Nuggets and Jazz will tip off at 9:00 p.m. ET on Monday night at Vivint Arena in Salt Lake City.