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Nuggets Face Game 3 Uncertainty as Porter Jr.'s Status Remains Key

Denver's Michael Porter Jr. is expected to play despite a shoulder sprain, while the team weighs reliance on Russell Westbrook's volatile contributions.

Michael Porter Jr. #1 of the Denver Nuggets is stripped of the ball driving against Kawhi Leonard #2 of the Los Angeles Clippers in the first quarter during Game One of the First Round.
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Overview

  • The Denver Nuggets and LA Clippers are tied 1–1 in their first-round playoff series, with Game 3 set to take place in Los Angeles.
  • Michael Porter Jr. suffered a late shoulder sprain in Game 2 but is expected to play, according to head coach David Adelman.
  • Porter Jr.'s shooting is vital to Denver’s offense, and his reduced effectiveness could shift more minutes to Russell Westbrook.
  • Westbrook has shown both impactful hustle plays and inconsistent shooting, hitting 10 of 28 shots overall but 5 of 12 from three-point range in the series.
  • Reclaiming home-court advantage is a critical focus for the Nuggets as they aim to balance their offense around Jokic, Murray, and a potentially limited Porter Jr.