Jameer Nelson (wrist) is now expected to play Thursday night, Chris Dempsey of the Denver Post reports.

Nelson (wrist) is now expected to play Thursday night against the Wizards after initially being deemed questionable, Chris Dempsey of the Denver Post reports.

Analysis:

As of Wednesday night, Nelson was considered doubtful to return after missing six straight games, but he was upgraded to questionable Thursday morning, and he's now considered likely to play. Assuming that's the case, Nelson will slot back in as the backup to Emmanuel Mudiay, meaning Sean Kilpatrick and Randy Foye could each see minutes reductions off the bench.