JJ Hickson, who missed Wednesday's win over the Warriors after undergoing a root canal, didn't play in Friday's contest against the Heat due to a coach's decision.

Hickson, who missed Wednesday's win over the Warriors after undergoing a root canal, didn't play in Friday's contest against the Heat due to a coach's decision.

Analysis:

Hickson has been an infrequent member of coach Michael Malone's rotation since early December, so he likely wouldn't have played Wednesday even if he had been available. It sounds like he's since received clearance to take the court, but he'll likely remain buried on the bench until further notice. He's appeared in just one of the Nuggets' last 18 games.