Nuggets vs. Kings Injury Report Ahead of November 11 Game
Denver Nuggets Injury Update
The Denver Nuggets are set to face the Sacramento Kings on Tuesday, November 11th, at 11:00 PM ET. Denver aims to improve their 7-2 record, though injuries may affect their lineup and rotations.
- Jamal Murray is listed as probable with left calf tightness.
- Aaron Gordon is probable with a left hamstring issue.
- Several two-way and G League players, including Tamar Bates, Curtis Jones, and DaRon Holmes II, will be unavailable.
Sacramento Kings Injury Update
Sacramento’s 3-7 start has been impacted by injuries as well:
- Domantas Sabonis is questionable due to a left ribcage contusion.
- Keegan Murray is out recovering from a left thumb UCL injury.
- Dylan Cardwell, Daeqwon Plowden, and Isaiah Stevens are sidelined due to G League assignments.
Key Player Performances
Denver’s Nikola Jokic has been crucial this season, averaging 25.2 points, 13 rebounds, and 11.9 assists per game. Jamal Murray has contributed 22.8 points and 5.3 assists per game, though his status for the upcoming game is uncertain. Aaron Gordon adds 20.1 points and 5.4 rebounds per game.
Sacramento depends heavily on Zach LaVine and DeMar DeRozan for scoring, with LaVine averaging 25.2 points and DeRozan 20.8 points per game. When healthy, Domantas Sabonis anchors the frontcourt with 15.3 points and 14 rebounds per contest. Russell Westbrook also plays a vital role, distributing the ball with 3.6 assists per game.
"Jamal Murray is listed as probable with left calf tightness, while Aaron Gordon is probable with a left hamstring concern."
"Domantas Sabonis is questionable with a left ribcage contusion, and Keegan Murray is out recovering from a left thumb UCL injury."
Author's summary: The Nuggets and Kings enter Tuesday’s game with key injury uncertainties that could shape rotations and impact their efforts to turn around early-season struggles.