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Report: Nuggets Jamal Murray expected to be out 3 to 4 weeks with hamstring strain

November 8, 2023 / 4:52 PM MST / CBS Colorado

Nuggets star guard Jamal Murray could reportedly miss an "extended" period of time due to a hamstring injury.

It was initially reported on Wednesday by ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski that the guard could miss three to four weeks after straining his hamstring in the win against the Chicago Bulls on Nov. 4.

Murray played just 10 minutes in Denver's win over the Bulls on Saturday before sitting out against New Orleans on Monday.

"I don't foresee him being back in the next couple of games," said Nuggets head coach Mike Malone, addressing Murray's injury.

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Through seven games, Murray has averaged 16.3 points per game, 2.6 rebounds per game, and 7.4 assists per game. He was a main focal point in the Nuggets championship run, averaging 26.1 points, 7.1 assists and 5.7 rebounds.

Murray reportedly going down early in the season could be a huge hit for the Nuggets with the new in-season tournament now in full swing.

So far, Murray has only missed two games this season as backup guard Reggie Jackson will reportedly take over the starting role until he is fully healed. Sources say the team is expected to take a "cautious" approach with Murray's injury.

The Nuggets will take on the Golden State Warriors on Wednesday at 8 p.m. MST.

Kasey Richardson

Kasey Richardson is a digital media producer in the CBS Colorado newsroom. He writes and edits articles on a variety of topics, but they are usually breaking news, weather, sports and developing stories.