Nuggets Provide Update on Jamal Murray's Illness

All-Star guard missed part of last game due to illness but is expected to play against Thunder.

Feb. 28, 2026 at 1:49am

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The Denver Nuggets have provided an update on the status of star guard Jamal Murray, who missed part of the team's previous game against the Boston Celtics due to an illness. Murray is expected to be available for the Nuggets' upcoming matchup against the Oklahoma City Thunder.

Why it matters

Jamal Murray is a key player for the Nuggets, and his health is crucial to the team's success. His absence in the middle of a game raised concerns, so the team's update on his status is important for fans and the organization.

The details

Murray left the Nuggets' game against the Celtics on February 25 after experiencing an unspecified illness. The team said they gave him medication, but it did not help alleviate his symptoms. Murray is now expected to play in the Nuggets' next game against the Thunder.

  • Murray left the Nuggets' game against the Celtics on February 25 due to illness.
  • The Nuggets' next game is against the Thunder on February 28.

The players

Jamal Murray

An All-Star guard for the Denver Nuggets who has been dealing with an illness.

Denver Nuggets

An NBA team based in Denver, Colorado.

Oklahoma City Thunder

An NBA team based in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

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What’s next

The Nuggets will monitor Murray's condition leading up to the game against the Thunder on February 28.

The takeaway

The Nuggets are hopeful that Murray will be able to return to the court after missing part of the previous game due to an illness, which is a positive sign for the team as they prepare to face the Thunder.