Denver Nuggets point guard Jamal Murray is listed as questionable for Game 5 against the Los Angeles Lakers due to a calf strain. His absence would be a significant blow to the team, which is under pressure to close out the series and advance to the next round.
The severity of Murray’s injury is unclear, but his absence would likely mean that Reggie Jackson will play a larger role in Denver’s offense. The backup point guard is listed as probable with an ankle sprain, and Nikola Jokić will continue to be the primary facilitator of Denver’s offense.
Murray played a key role in Denver’s run to the NBA championship in 2023, and he is one of their best players. Despite struggling from the field against the Lakers, he has had some standout performances in the series, including a game-winning buzzer beater in Game 2.
If Murray is unable to play in Game 5, the Nuggets will look to rely more on Jackson and Jokić to lead them through this crucial matchup against their rivals from Los Angeles. The series shifts back to Denver for Game 5, and the Nuggets will look to close out the Lakers and move on to bigger challenges ahead.
