J.J. Hickson (knee) will not play in Thursday's preseason game against the Warriors, Chris Dempsey of the Denver Post reports.

Hickson (knee) will not play in Thursday's preseason game against the Warriors, Chris Dempsey of the Denver Post reports.

Analysis:

Hickson is yet to play in the preseason, as he recovers from an ACL tear. He was cleared for full contact activities more than two weeks ago, so it's likely he returns for one of Denver's final preseason games. The Nuggets play Tuesday against Portland and close out at Golden State next Friday.