Fansided · Mar 7
Nuggets may suddenly need their buyout acquisition more than expected
Jan 6, 2026; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Orlando Magic guard Tyus Jones (2) looks on during the first half against the Washington Wizards at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Kucin Jr.-Imagn Images | Daniel Kucin Jr.-Imagn ImagesThe Nuggets have been plagued by injuries this season, and they had one starter who had avoided that bug until he couldn't outlast it any longer. Jamal Murray left the game against the Knicks late in the second quarter with a sprained ankle, and his prognosis is currently unknown. But if Murray does miss time, the signing of Tyus Jones could look prescient.