Nuggets' David Adelman Speaks on Latest Aaron Gordon Injury
The Denver Nuggets will be without Aaron Gordon due to a multiple-week injury absence once again this season.
www.si.comHere’s the latest on Aaron Gordon based on recent reports:
- In May 2025, Gordon was listed as questionable with a hamstring strain but ultimately played in Game 7 for Denver after testing the leg pregame. This was a high-stakes playoff moment, and his status swung on his pregame evaluation and willingness to play.[1]
- Around mid-May 2025, there were concerns about his hamstring after Game 6, with Denver’s coach noting the level of concern as high, though Gordon expressed optimism about his recovery for Game 7.[2]
- In early 2026, there were updates indicating another hamstring issue sidelining him for several weeks, with reports suggesting a four-to-six week absence during the season, affecting his availability and rotation for Denver.[3][5]
- For broader context in 2026, outlets covering Nuggets news including Fox Sports, CBSSports, and others have tracked his injury status and return timelines, reflecting a pattern of intermittent injuries impacting his minutes and role when he’s active.[6][8]
If you’d like, I can summarize the most recent week of reporting, pull direct quotes from the latest articles, or build a quick timeline of Gordon’s injury history in 2025–2026. I can also set up a short notification list for ongoing updates from major outlets.