Denver Nuggets point guard Jamal Murray suffered a calf strain during the Lakers’ Game 4 victory and was added to the team’s injury report on Sunday. The injury, which occurred during a crucial moment in the series, has caused concern for the Nuggets as they look to close out the Lakers in Game 5.
Murray’s severity of injury is uncertain, but it has put additional pressure on the Nuggets to secure a win. Denver had a commanding 3-0 lead in the series and appeared poised to finish it off on Saturday. However, the Lakers pulled off an upset and kept the series alive with a win that day.
The stakes are high for both teams as Game 5 takes place in Denver on Monday. With Murray out of action, backup Reggie Jackson is expected to step up and play a larger role in the game. Nikola Jokić will continue to lead the offense and try to carry his team without Murray’s help.
