Following disappointing campaigns after their 2023 NBA title win, the Denver Nuggets have been determined to prove doubters wrong. And while they’ve faced their fair share of hurdles this season, the Nuggets have a strong chance for a deep playoff run in 2025.
Of course, a successful regular season does not necessarily equate to a successful postseason. And with Aaron Gordon out, Nuggets fans remain uncertain of their season, doubting their chances of winning another title.
Aaron Gordon Injury Update and Timeline: When Will the Denver Nuggets Star Return?
In November, Nuggets forward Gordon was ruled out indefinitely with a strained right hamstring.
Previously with the Orlando Magic, Gordon made himself at home in Denver after his 2021 trade. The 30-year-old played a significant role in securing their 2023 title, giving fans hope for more with Gordon and Nikola Jokić on the roster.
However, Gordon’s injury has skewed the perspective.
Giving viewers a rough timeline about his return, the Nuggets wrote: “Injury Update: Aaron Gordon sustained a right hamstring strain on Friday night against the Houston Rockets. He will be re-evaluated in four to six weeks.”
Additionally, the Nuggets are already without guard Christian Braun, currently out with a left ankle sprain. He suffered the injury on Nov. 12.
Having said that, Gordon’s last game was against the Houston Rockets in November. He played around three minutes, later undergoing an MRI to assess the severity of his injuries. The Nuggets won 112-109.
Before his injury, Gordon was averaging 18.8 points, 5.9 rebounds, and 1.3 assists per game while shooting 53.2% from the field.
Furthermore, Gordon previously suffered a hamstring strain during the team’s second-round playoff series against the Oklahoma City Thunder. Gordon walked away with eight points and 11 rebounds during the game.
The Nuggets ended up losing, allowing OKC to lift its first-ever championship.
Gordon Evaluated All His Options Following His Hamstring Injury
While the Nuggets have managed to impress fans with their game without Gordon, their star forward is necessary as they inch closer to the playoffs.
Of course, Gordon considered all his options after the injury.
“Yeah, he’s going through it,” Nuggets coach David Adelman said. “We’re trying to make sure we get the correct answer, to make sure we’re doing the right things.”
What works for Denver, of course, is their formidable offense. While Jokić continues to carry the team without Gordon or Braun, one has to note that a great offense can run into trouble against a better team.
That being said, Gordon’s return timeline remains uncertain, with the forward missing Christmas and New Year’s with the team.
