Archive · 20 May 2025
Aaron Gordon Plays Through Injury in Game 7 Loss
In a crucial playoff game, Denver Nuggets player Aaron Gordon played despite a hamstring injury.
His teammate, Nikola Jokic, was concerned and advised him not to play, fearing further injury.
Despite the injury, Gordon played, scoring points and getting rebounds.
However, the team lost to the Oklahoma City Thunder, ending their playoff run.
Gordon admitted the injury limited his play and would have kept him out of future games if the Nuggets had advanced.
The team is now focusing on recovery for the next season.
Aaron Gordon played Game 7 with a Grade 2 hamstring strain.
Nikola Jokic advised Gordon not to play due to injury risk.
Gordon contributed 8 points and 11 rebounds in 25 minutes.
The Nuggets lost the game 125-93 to the Thunder.
Gordon admitted his injury would have sidelined him for potential conference finals games.
- Who
- Aaron Gordon, Nikola Jokic, and the Denver Nuggets
- What
- Aaron Gordon played in Game 7 with a hamstring injury, contributing to the Nuggets' loss.
- When
- During Game 7 of the playoffs, resulting in the end of Nuggets' playoff run.
- Where
- Denver Nuggets vs. Oklahoma City Thunder, Game 7
- Why
- Gordon played despite injury due to determination, but it affected his performance and the team's chances.
- Player
- Aaron Gordon
- Injury
- Grade 2 hamstring strain
- Game Result
- Nuggets lost 125-93
- Points Scored by Gordon
- 8
- Rebounds by Gordon
- 11
- Minutes Played
- 25
- Opponent
- Oklahoma City Thunder