Kofi Inkoom
This Wednesday evening, the Denver Nuggets will take on the Los Angeles Clippers in California, and there’s good news for Nuggets fans. Jamal Murray, a key guard, is back in action as the starting point guard after missing the last two games.
Jamal Murray (ankle) expected to play Wednesday.
— Underdog NBA (@Underdog__NBA) December 7, 2023
Murray has played in eight games this season, averaging 16.2 points, 3.0 rebounds, and 7.2 assists per game. He’s been shooting at 41.4% from the field and an impressive 42.5% from three-point range.
Currently holding the third seed in the Western Conference with a 14-7 record in 21 games, the Nuggets have had a balanced run with a 5-5 record in their last ten matches. Their recent loss to the Sacramento Kings with a score of 123-117 has put them to the test.
Drafted as the seventh pick in 2016 from Kentucky, Jamal Murray has been a constant force for the Nuggets. Last season, he played a crucial role in leading the team to an NBA Championship against the Miami Heat.
As for the Clippers, they’re positioned as the ninth seed in the Western Conference with a 9-10 record in their first 19 games. Showing consistency, they have a 6-4 record in their last ten games and an impressive 6-3 at home in Los Angeles.