The Denver Nuggets announced on March 1, 2024, that forward Aaron Gordon will be sidelined for four to six weeks due to a right hamstring strain. This injury marks a setback for Gordon, who re-aggravated a previous hamstring issue during the second half of the Nuggets’ narrow 102-100 victory over the Milwaukee Bucks.
Following the game, Nuggets head coach David Adelman expressed cautious optimism regarding the severity of Gordon’s injury. He indicated that Gordon felt it was not as serious as the earlier hamstring injury that had kept him off the court for over a month earlier this season. The team will conduct further evaluations to determine the full extent of the damage.
Gordon’s absence adds to the growing list of injury concerns for the Nuggets, who have already experienced significant challenges this season. Star player Nikola Jokic and several other key players have missed games due to various ailments, hindering the team’s potential as they strive for a strong playoff position.
This season, Gordon has been a standout performer for the Nuggets, averaging a career-best 17.7 points across 23 games. His versatility and scoring ability have been crucial to the team’s success. With his current injury, the Nuggets will need to rely on their depth and other players to step up in his absence.
The team is expected to re-evaluate Gordon’s condition in the coming weeks. As the Nuggets navigate this challenging period, fans and analysts alike will be watching closely to see how they adapt and respond to the ongoing injury issues.
