With two more games left on the 2025-2026 NBA schedule, the Denver Nuggets are heading into their second-to-last outing agains the Oklahoma City Thunder with a few key names on the injury report.
Aaron Gordon was among them, listed as questionable. According to the official NBA injury report, the standout forward is managing a right hamstring injury.
Lately, it’s been apparent that Gordon is dealing with some minor ailments. However, he hasn’t missed any action since the Nuggets’ March 29 game against the Golden State Warriors.
GettyOKLAHOMA CITY, OKLAHOMA – MAY 05: Aaron Gordon #32 of the Denver Nuggets watches his three-point shot during the fourth quarter of Round Two Game One of the 2025 NBA Playoffs against the Oklahoma City Thunder at Paycom Center on May 05, 2025 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Sam Hodde/Getty Images)
Since returning to the court on April 1 to take on the Utah Jazz, the Nuggets have had Gordon in the lineup for four games in a row. Now, they are wisely keeping their options open regarding his status moving forward.
The Nuggets Are Heading Into The Playoffs Hot
GettyDENVER, COLORADO – OCTOBER 29: Aaron Gordon #32 of the Denver Nuggets goes to the basket against the New Orleans Pelicans during the second quarter at Ball Arena on October 29, 2025 in Denver, Colorado. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by C. Morgan Engel/Getty Images)
Currently, the Nuggets hold the NBA’s longest winning streak with 10 victories in a row.
Holding a 52-28 record, the Nuggets recently passed by the Los Angeles Lakers to take up the No. 3 seed in the Western Conference. The Lakers won on Thursday night over the Golden State Warriors, giving the Nuggets something to play for on Friday.
Along with Gordon, the Nuggets have listed Nikola Joki and Jamal Murray as questionable for Friday’s action against the Thunder. As expected, Spencer Jones and Peyton Watson are on the report, too.
The Thunder’s Injury Report Is Loaded
GettyBOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS – MARCH 25: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander #2 of the Oklahoma City Thunder reacts after being fouled during the second half against the Boston Celtics at TD Garden on March 25, 2026 in Boston, Massachusetts. The Celtics defeat the Thunder 119-109. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images)
The OKC Thunder recently locked in as the Western Conference’s top seed. They truly don’t have anything left to accomplish until the postseason.
Players like Alex Caruso, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Isaiah Hartenstein, Chet Holmgren, Isaiah Joe, Ajay Mitchell, Thomas Sorber, Cason Wallace, Jalen Williams, and Jaylin Williams have all been ruled out for OKC.
The visitor’s injury report could certainly play a major role in the Nuggets’ decision to play Gordon and the rest of the guys or not.
The Nuggets and the Thunder are slated for a 9 PM ET tip on Friday.
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