PREVIEW: The Washington Wizards will be trying to halt a seven-game losing skid when they welcome the Denver Nuggets, who are attempting to continue their four-game road winning streak. The Nuggets have been heavily impacted by the absence of Nikola Jokic and will be without Cameron Johnson and Christian Braun for this matchup , yet Denver averages 121.4 points and has outscored opponents by 4.4 points per game. Denver's efficient three-point shooting ranks first league-wide, complemented by a low turnover rate that places them third , giving them multiple avenues to attack despite personnel limitations. Washington allows the most points in the Eastern Conference, giving up 123.6 points per game , a vulnerability that could prove costly against a Nuggets offense finding ways to score effectively. The Wizards' defensive profile reveals significant weaknesses, including poor rim protection and a ranking of 27th in defensive rebounding and turnover creation , areas where the visiting Nuggets could capitalize. Washington sit 6-14 at home this season and lost to Denver by six points last weekend , suggesting the matchup remains competitive despite the visitors' injury situation. Jamal Murray has been scorching in January, averaging 29.6 points per game, and dropped 42 points against Washington roughly a week ago . Both teams will rely on their complementary pieces and role players to carry the load in what shapes up as a battle between an offensive-minded Denver squad and a Wizards team desperate to stop the bleeding at home.