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Nuggets Playoff Hopes Hinge on Gordon's Health
1 May
Summary
- Aaron Gordon is questionable for Game 6 with calf tightness.
- Denver is favored despite Gordon and Watson's potential absence.
- The Nuggets aim for a historic 3-1 series comeback.
Denver Nuggets forward Aaron Gordon is officially questionable for Game 6 of their first-round series against the Minnesota Timberwolves, with the Nuggets trailing 3-2. Gordon is experiencing left calf tightness, a condition that has seen him carry the same "questionable" tag throughout the series, making his availability a true game-time decision for Thursday night's matchup.
Nuggets head coach David Adelman indicated the team is preparing for Game 6 as if both Gordon and the already ruled-out Peyton Watson will not play. Even with this significant personnel concern, Denver is a 5.5-point road favorite, reflecting oddsmakers' belief in the team's ability to overcome a 3-1 series deficit.
Gordon's importance to the Nuggets is evident, with the team posting a 27-9 record in the regular season when he played. His absence is considered a major reason for their current playoff struggle. If Gordon plays, it is expected to shift the betting odds slightly in Denver's favor as they pursue a rare 3-1 series comeback.
