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Watson Out for Game 2: Nuggets Face Injury Woes
20 Apr
Summary
- Watson is out for Game 2 with a right hamstring strain.
- This marks his sixth consecutive missed game due to injury.
- Watson is averaging career-high numbers this season.
The Denver Nuggets are dealing with a significant injury blow as Watson has been ruled out of Game 2 against the Minnesota Timberwolves due to a right hamstring strain. This marks the fourth-year wing's sixth consecutive absence, extending a streak of missed games that dates back to the regular season.
Watson's absence is a "brutal blow" for the Nuggets, affecting both their offensive and defensive capabilities. His playoff debut has been delayed for a second consecutive game due to a recent aggravation of his previous hamstring injury. The team had hoped he and Spencer Jones would be ready for Game 1, but only Jones is now off the injury report.
In the 54 games Watson has played this season, he has been instrumental, recording career-high averages of 14.6 points, 4.9 rebounds, and 2.1 assists. His ability as an explosive two-way playmaker is critical for Denver's postseason success. The Nuggets will need Cameron Johnson, Aaron Gordon, Tim Hardaway Jr., and Bruce Brown to step up and fill his minutes.
