JaVale McGee (leg) took part in practice Thursday and is nearing a return, Chris Dempsey of the Denver Post reports.

McGee (leg) took part in practice Thursday and is nearing a return, Chris Dempsey of the Denver Post reports.

Analysis:

McGee, who is battling soreness in his tibia, put in a full practice Thursday and is officially considered questionable for Friday's game against the Celtics. While it seems unlikely he plays Friday, the Nuggets expect him back on the court within the next few days, so Sunday against Washington and Monday against the Clippers look like more realistic possibilities. McGee, who hasn't played since early January, has seen time in just 14 games this season after playing just five last season. Once he's back to full health, he'll challenge J.J. Hickson and Darrell Arthur for minutes off the bench behind Jusuf Nurkic.