Denver Nuggets' starting wing Aaron Gordon will miss Game 3 against the Minnesota Timberwolves due to calf tightness. After initially being listed as probable, Gordon was downgraded to questionable and ultimately ruled out just two hours before the game. Coach David Adelman noted that Gordon first reported the calf issue following the Nuggets' 119-114 loss in Game 2. Despite hopes that a two-day break would aid his recovery, Gordon's condition did not improve as expected. Adelman expressed disappointment, stating, 'It's a downer.' Additionally, the Nuggets will also be without Peyton Watson, who is sidelined with a hamstring injury. The series is currently tied 1-1, and the team will evaluate Gordon's status for Game 4 during their off-day on Friday.