Jamal Murray Injury Status Update for April 17th, 2026
The Nuggets got some good news today — Jamal Murray has been cleared and is officially available to play. Jamal had previously been listed as Out, so his return to the lineup is a welcome development for the Nuggets.
Jamal Murray Season Averages
The Nuggets get back a player who has been producing at a high level this season. In 75 games, Jamal is averaging 25.4 points, 4.4 rebounds, and 7.1 assists in 35.4 minutes per game.
| MPG | PPG | RPG | APG | FGA |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 35.4 | 25.4 | 4.4 | 7.1 | 18.1 |
Nuggets Performance With & Without Jamal Murray
The numbers tell a clear story about Jamal's value to the Nuggets. With Jamal in the lineup this season, the team is 48-27. Without him, they've gone 6-1. Interestingly, the offense has actually been slightly more efficient without him (114.6 vs 121.8), though that can be a small-sample anomaly.
| With | Without | Diff | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Record | 48-27 | 6-1 | — |
| Off Rating | 121.8 | 114.6 | -7.2 |
| Def Rating | 116.7 | 109.1 | -7.7 |
| Net Rating | 5.1 | 5.6 | +0.5 |
| PPG | 122.9 | 113.4 | -9.4 |
Teammate Usage Shift With Jamal Murray Back
With Jamal back in the lineup, some teammates will see their usage decrease. Players like Jalen Pickett and Peyton Watson are likely to see reduced touches and shot attempts as the offense flows through Jamal again.
PPG: -8.6 | FGA: -8.1 | MPG: -18.3 | RPG: -2.3 | APG: -3.0
PPG: -6.9 | FGA: -5.7 | MPG: -7.1 | RPG: -3.6
Jamal Murray Betting Trends
With Jamal returning to the lineup, bettors should be aware of how the Nuggets have performed with him on the floor this season. Here are the key trends:
💰 Betting Trends (with Murray) Nuggets OVER: 49-26 (+20.4u, 235.5 / -109 avg. line) Christian Braun STL UNDER: 10-1 (+12.1u, 0.9 / +109 avg. line)
Jamal is expected to resume his normal role in the lineup tonight. Stay tuned for more injury updates and lineup news for the Nuggets and the rest of the league.