Nuggets coach Michael Malone discusses Jamal Murray’s health after a win against the Mavericks, noting he’s not fully healthy yet.

He only managed five points and didn’t dish out any assists, shooting just 2-of-7. His defense wasn’t looking too hot either. But when he came back, things changed. The Nuggets were down by 18, but Murray stepped up big time.
In the last 16 minutes, they outscored Dallas by 24 points with him on the floor. It was like he flipped a switch. Coach Michael Malone even mentioned that Murray isn’t 100% healthy, which is a bit concerning. He thought about pulling him at halftime because he wasn’t playing like his usual self.
But Murray came back strong, scoring 12 points during a crucial run that helped the Nuggets take the lead. He’s been dealing with some soreness in his left knee, which has been a problem before.
After the game, Murray said he felt good enough to play and just wants to help his team. He’s had a tough time with injuries in the past, especially with that left ACL tear that kept him out for a long stretch.
Malone acknowledged that with Murray’s history, they need to keep a close eye on him, especially with a packed schedule in January. He’s missed a few games this season due to different injuries, but when he’s on the court, he’s averaging a career-high in minutes.
Murray’s performance has been a bit of a rollercoaster lately. He’s had some great games but also some not-so-great ones. Still, he’s been a key player in some of the Nuggets’ comeback wins this season.
He believes the team’s chemistry and trust in each other are what help them pull off these dramatic wins. Malone has backed him up, saying they need to support Murray and help him get back to his best. The Nuggets really rely on him to play at his peak if they want to go far this season.