Nuggets without key piece against surging Grizzlies

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The Denver Nuggets have won their past four games but will have to overcome the loss of Aaron Gordon to continue their streak.

Gordon, Denver's starting power forward, is out while he recovers from lacerations on his hands and face that came from dog bites on Monday. According to The Athletic, Gordon required 21 stitches from the injuries.

The team released a statement saying