Nuggets Reveal Jamal Murray’s Injury Status for Wizards Game
The Denver Nuggets are riding high with five victories in their last six games. They face a favorable matchup against the Washington Wizards this Saturday night. The Wizards, struggling this season with a 10-30 record, are on the second night of a back-to-back after suffering a loss to the Sacramento Kings.
Nuggets’ Injury Updates
The Nuggets are determined to be at near full strength as they approach this game. Most notably, star point guard Jamal Murray is available to play. He was recently listed on the injury report due to a left ankle sprain and illness.
- Jamal Murray: Upgraded to available
- Aaron Gordon: Upgraded from a right hamstring strain
- Bruce Brown: Upgraded from right knee inflammation
Despite these positive updates, the Nuggets will still be missing several key players, including:
- Nikola Jokic (left knee bone bruise)
- Christian Braun (left ankle sprain)
- Jonas Valanciunas (right calf strain)
- Cam Johnson (right knee bone bruise)
Murray’s Impact
In the absence of three-time MVP Nikola Jokic, Murray has stepped up significantly. He scored 68 points and provided 14 assists in the last two games. His leadership will be crucial as the Nuggets aim to maintain their momentum against the Wizards.
Wizards’ Struggles
The Wizards, currently reeling from injuries, are also facing challenges. Key player Trae Young remains sidelined due to a right knee MCL sprain and quad contusion.
- Other Wizards Injuries:
- Bilal Coulibaly – Out
- Tristan Vukcevic – Out
- Cam Whitmore – Out
Despite trading for Young, the Wizards have yet to secure a win since his addition and hope to improve their fortunes soon.
Game Preview
The matchup between the Nuggets and Wizards is set to tip off in Denver at 7:00 p.m. MT. With the Nuggets’ depth and skill, they are expected to handle the Wizards effectively, even with some injuries persisting.
Murray’s return is a significant boost to the team’s confidence as they aim to capitalize on the Wizards’ vulnerabilities. The Nuggets hope to continue their winning streak as they face off against a struggling opponent.
