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Jamal Murray Questionable With Calf Tightness for NuggetsNBA Cup Game vs. Blazers

Denver is weighing a minutes cap to protect his left calf during the NBA Cup opener.

Overview

  • Murray appeared on the official injury report as questionable for the group-stage matchup due to left calf tightness.
  • Denver is preparing to lean on depth options such as Christian Braun and Bruce Brown or to shift more primary creation to Nikola Jokic if Murray sits.
  • Team decision-makers are considering holding him out entirely or restricting his minutes to reduce the risk of aggravation.
  • The guard has opened the season in standout form with 27.0 points, 6.0 assists and 4.3 rebounds per game through four contests, including a 43-point performance.
  • If he is cleared, he could see a physical defensive matchup against Portland’s Toumani Camara.