Denver Nuggets point guard Jamal Murray suffered a right ankle sprain during the team’s 131-121 loss to the Dallas Mavericks on Monday night. The injury occurred sometime during the course of the game, though specific details about when it happened or how severe the sprain is have not been disclosed by the team.
Murray exited the court after the injury and did not return to action. Head coach Michael Malone and the team’s medical staff are monitoring his condition, and the Nuggets have not yet provided a timeline for his potential return. The organization has expressed concern about the injury, especially given Murray’s history with previous injuries that sidelined him for significant stretches in past seasons.
Before leaving the game, Murray had contributed to the team’s offensive efforts, though exact statistics from the night were not immediately available. The Nuggets, the defending NBA champions, have relied heavily on Murray and Nikola Jokic as the centerpiece of their roster in recent years. Any extended absence by Murray would likely impact the team’s performance and rotation as they approach a challenging stretch of their schedule.
The 131-121 defeat marked a strong showing by the Mavericks, who capitalized on Murray’s absence to maintain control in the second half. Dallas utilized balanced scoring and efficient shooting to pull ahead, while Denver struggled to recover momentum following the guard’s departure.
The Nuggets will likely conduct further evaluation of Murray’s condition in the coming days and may offer updates based on medical examinations. In the meantime, backup guards and secondary ball handlers may see expanded roles if Murray is unable to play in the near future.
Denver’s next game is scheduled later this week, and Murray’s status remains uncertain as the team awaits more information. Fans and team officials alike hope for a quick recovery for the star point guard as the season continues.
