BREAKING: Denver Nuggets forward Cameron Johnson is set to undergo an MRI on his right knee following a painful injury during a nail-biting 131-130 loss to the Dallas Mavericks on January 23, 2024.
With just 9:18 remaining in the fourth quarter, Johnson suffered what appeared to be a non-contact injury and fell to the court in clear distress. He remained down for several moments before managing to limp off to the bench. The Nuggets have listed him as questionable to return with a right knee sprain, but he did not re-enter the game.
In a post-game statement, Nuggets coach David Adelman confirmed that Johnson will have the MRI and expressed hope for a positive outcome. “We’re all anxious to hear the results,” Adelman stated.
Johnson, who was acquired from the Brooklyn Nets in a trade for Michael Porter Jr. prior to the season, was averaging 11.8 points in 30.9 minutes per game before this incident. The injury raises concerns for both Johnson’s health and the Nuggets’ performance as they navigate the rest of the season.
As fans and teammates await updates, this developing situation could have significant implications for the Nuggets’ playoff aspirations. Stay tuned for more updates on Johnson’s condition and what this means for the team moving forward.
