The Denver Nuggets may be without two of their key players in Friday's game against the Golden State Warriors.

So, regarding whether Jamal Murray is playing tonight vs. the Warriors, the Nuggets have cautiously approached the star guard's hamstring injury with the playoffs approaching. They've made it clear they won't rush him back if he's at risk for further injury. However, continued losses could plummet them even further down the standings.

The Nuggets went on an 11-2 run to end the first half and kept pace throughout the third quarter of a game that lacked rhythm. The one constant was Aaron Gordon on the baseline. He compiled 33 points despite a lesser 3-point shooting night, getting free in the dunker spot or bullying his way to the rim.