The Denver Nuggets face uncertainty ahead of Game 7 against the Oklahoma City Thunder in the Western Conference semifinals, as Aaron Gordon has been diagnosed with a left hamstring strain. The injury occurred late in the fourth quarter of Game 6, where Gordon had to leave the game early after a play that saw him scramble for a loose ball. Despite the injury, he contributed 5 points, 7 rebounds, and 7 assists to the Nuggets’ 119-107 win, forcing the series to a decisive seventh game.
Gordon’s status for Game 7 remains unclear. The forward has been a crucial player for the Nuggets this season, averaging 14.7 points and 4.8 rebounds per game. His performance in the playoffs has been particularly notable, with averages of 14.5 points and 9.2 rebounds against the Thunder. Gordon has also made significant plays, including a game-winning 3-pointer in Game 1 and a game-winning dunk in the opening-round series against the Los Angeles Clippers.
The Nuggets have a strong record when Gordon scores at least 20 points, going 5-0 in such games this postseason. Game 7 is scheduled for Thursday afternoon in Oklahoma City, with a win securing the Nuggets’ place in the Western Conference finals for the second time in three years. The Thunder, who earned the top seed in the Western Conference, have not reached the conference finals since 2016.