OCTOBER 19, 2022 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM
JAMAL MURRAY #27 - POINT GUARD - DENVER NUGGETS
19.2 PPG •
4.1 RPG •
6.3 APG
19.2 PPG
4.1 RPG
6.3 APG
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Cleared for opener Murray (hamstring) will play in Wednesday's season opener against the Jazz, Katy Winge of Altitude Sports reports.
Impact Murray's hamstring injury prevented him from playing in Denver's final three preseason games, but the guard is ready to go for his first regular-season action since April of 2021. Don't be surprised if he sees a muted workload as he gets eased back into things.
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Full participant in practice Murray (hamstring) was a full participant in Monday's practice session, Mike Singer of The Denver Post reports.
Impact Murray was unavailable for the Nuggets' final three preseason games due to a sore left hamstring, but he's trending in the right direction ahead of Wednesday's regular-season opener. It wouldn't be surprising to see the 25-year-old face a minutes restriction early in the year, especially after he missed all of last season due to an ACL injury.
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Should be good for Opening Night Murray (hamstring) is expected to suit up for the Nuggets' season opener against the Jazz, Mike Singer of The Denver Post reports.
Impact Murray could have suited up in the Nuggets' preseason finale against Golden State, but coach Mike Malone decided to play it safe so that he'll be fully ready to go against Utah. After missing all of last season to an ACL injury, erring on the side of caution may be the smart move. Expect Murray to play a key role for Denver this season as the second offensive option alongside Nikola Jokic. Given the long layoff, it's quite possible Murray's minutes could be limited early in the season.
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Out Friday Murray (hamstring) will not play in the Nuggets' preseason finale versus the Warrriors, Mike Singer of The Denver Post reports.
Impact Murray was listed as questionable heading into the contest and the Nuggets will opt to err on the side of caution. His status for the team's regular season opener against the Jazz on Wednesday is uncertain. He is returning from an ACL injury that sidelined him for the entire 2021-22 campaign, so expect the team to continue excercising caution as the season tips off.
OCTOBER 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Questionable for Friday Murray (hamstring) is listed as questionable for the Nuggets' final preseason game against the Warriors on Friday, Adam Mares of DenverStiffs.com reports.
Impact Murray missed the Nuggets' last two preseason games with a hamstring injury and could potentially miss Denver's preseason finale. Expect Ish Smith and Bruce Brown to see increased workloads if Murray can't play.
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Remains out Wednesday Murray (hamstring) has been ruled out for Wednesday's preseason game against the Clippers, Katy Winge of Altitude Sports reports.
Impact Murray will miss a second consecutive preseason contest as he continues to deal with left hamstring tightness. The injury isn't considered to be serious, so it's possible Murray will return for Denver's preseason finale against the Warriors on Friday.
OCTOBER 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Officially listed as questionable Murray (hamstring) is listed as questionable for Wednesday's preseason matchup with the Clippers, Katy Winge of Altitude Sports reports
Impact Murray missed Monday's preseason contest and is now questionable for Wednesday due to left hamstring tightness. There is no indication that the point guard will miss any regular-season action. With Murray and Bones Hyland both questionable for Wednesday's game, Ish Smith and Bruce Brown are in line for increased workloads.
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Officially sitting Murray (thigh) won't play in Monday's preseason game against Phoenix, Mike Singer of The Denver Post reports.
Impact Murray was previously listed as questionable due to a minor thigh issue, and it's not surprising to see that he's been ruled out as a precaution. Bones Hyland and Ish Smith should see considerable run Monday night in Murray's absence.
OCTOBER 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Expected to sit Monday Murray (thigh) is listed as questionable for Monday's preseason game against Phoenix, Katy Winge of Altitude Sports reports.
Impact In spite of Murray's questionable designation on Denver's injury report, coach Michael Malone said Sunday that the point guard is doubtful to play. It wouldn't be surprising to see the Nuggets take a cautious approach for Monday's exhibition matchup, while Murray will have two more opportunities to suit up during the preseason if he's ultimately held out against the Suns.
OCTOBER 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Doubtful for Monday's contest Nuggets head coach Michael Malone said Murray (thigh) is doubtful for Monday's preseason contest against the Suns, Harrison Wind of TheDNVR.com reports.
Impact Murray left Friday's preseason game against the Bulls due to left thigh soreness and will likely be sidelined for at least one additional contest. After Monday's matchup, the Nuggets have two more preseason games before they open the regular season against the Jazz on Oct. 19, but it's unclear if Murray will be available for any of those exhibition contests.
OCTOBER 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Won't return Friday Murray won't return to Friday's preseason game against the Bulls due to left thigh soreness, Mike Singer of The Denver Post reports.
Impact The extent of the issue remains unclear, but his removal may have been simply precautionary. After Friday's game, the Nuggets will have three more preseason games before they open the regular season against the Jazz on Oct. 19.
OCTOBER 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Could see extended minutes Nuggets coach Mike Malone said that Murray will likely play into the third quarter in Friday's preseason matchup with the Bulls, Harrison Wind of TheDNVR.com reports.
Impact Murray only played 15 minutes in Monday's preseason game against the Thunder. He'll see more time Friday as he attempts to regain his form after missing all of the 2021-22 season with a torn ACL.
OCTOBER 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Scores 10 points in return Murray posted 10 points (4-7 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 0-1 FT), two rebounds and two assists over 15 minutes in Monday's preseason defeat to the Thunder.
Impact It was a triumphant return to the court for Murray, who missed all of last season while recovering from a torn ACL. The point guard didn't show much rust on his shot, making two of his three tries from deep. It's fair to expect Murray to need some time to be fully ramped up after the extended absence, but he enjoyed his best season in 2020-21 and could be a steal as a mid-round pick in fantasy drafts.
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Cleared to start Murray (knee) is starting Monday's preseason opener against the Thunder.
Impact Murray has been on the mend since suffering a torn ACL in April of 2021, and the star has been able to stick to his desired timeline, stating in mid-August that he was aiming for a return in the preseason opener. The Nuggets are to monitor Murray closely in his first live action since suffering the injury, though it's unclear what type of minute restriction he'll be on Monday evening.
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