Nuggets' Jamal Murray Returns from Injury as Rockets Seek First Road Win

Denver maintains solid performance in Murray's absence, with Reggie Jackson stepping up as key contributor.

Denver Nuggets' guard Jamal Murray is set to return to action against the Houston Rockets after missing 11 games due to a hamstring strain.
During Murray's absence, the Nuggets maintained a 6-5 record, with Reggie Jackson stepping up to average 15.6 points and 5.2 assists.
Murray, who helped lead the Nuggets to their first championship last season, is averaging 16.3 points and 7.4 rebounds this season.
Two-time MVP Nikola Jokic is also available for the game against the Rockets after sitting out the Nuggets' win over the LA Clippers due to a lower back injury.
The Houston Rockets are seeking their first road win of the season, having dropped to 0-6 on the road after a loss to the Dallas Mavericks.