Aaron Gordon, the forward for the Denver Nuggets, experienced a hamstring injury during Friday’s matchup against the Houston Rockets and is now listed as questionable to return to the game.
The incident occurred in the first quarter when Gordon attempted to drive to the basket but crumpled around the restricted area. Despite an initial effort to stay in the game, he appeared to be walking gingerly and eventually headed to the locker room for further evaluation. Prior to his exit, Gordon managed to play just three minutes, tallying one point and two rebounds.
The official injury update from the Nuggets confirms a right hamstring strain for the 30-year-old forward. Given Gordon’s prior history with hamstring issues, which have caused him to miss games over the last couple of seasons, there are concerns that he may have reaggravated a previous injury. He had entered the game as probable due to management of a hamstring injury earlier this season.
If Gordon is unable to return, the Nuggets might consider Bruce Brown, Peyton Watson, or Zeke Nnaji to fill the gap at the power forward position. Additionally, a larger lineup featuring Jonas Valanciunas alongside Nikola Jokic could be an option if the Nuggets choose to go big.
Despite this setback, Gordon has been enjoying a standout season, averaging 20.3 points and 6.3 rebounds per game. His impact on the team has been significant, and fans remain hopeful for a quick recovery and return to play. Updates will be provided as more information becomes available regarding his status.