The Denver Nuggets will be without forward Aaron Gordon for the foreseeable future.
Gordon will miss “several weeks” with a right calf strain, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania. Further details on the timetable for his return or the severity of the injury are not yet known.
Gordon lost in the Nuggets’ 121-119 win over the Toronto Raptors at Ball Arena on Monday night. Gordon is dealing with inflammation in his right calf, but started Monday’s game normally. However, he left after just four minutes, after being called for charges.
Gordon went to the locker room alone, but did not return. He finished with three points and an assist.
“Honestly, I was a little surprised he played last game,” Nuggets coach Michael Malone said. via Denver Post. “The schedule wasn’t very kind to us at first. I think he just has bumps and bruises, nothing long term. But I will have to speak to our training team to get an update on this.
Gordon averaged 15.4 points and 6.7 rebounds in seven games this season. The 29-year-old signed a Four-year, $133 million contract extension with the team last month. Gordon was a key part of the Nuggets’ starting lineup last season and he helped them win their first-ever title in 2023.
Monday’s victory marked the second in a row for the Nuggets, who now sit at 4-3 on the season. They were also without Jamal Murray Monday night as he remained under concussion protocol. It is unclear how long he will be out.
Denver will host Oklahoma City next Wednesday night.
