Julian Strawther leaves game with left knee injury for Nuggets

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Last updated Oct 15, 2026

Julian Strawther leaves game with left knee injury for Nuggets
Summary

Julian Strawther of the Denver Nuggets exited the preseason game against the Clippers with a left knee injury during the third quarter. The injury occurred when Strawther was attempting to evade a defensive play, resulting in an awkward fall. He was visibly in pain and was assisted off the court. Coach David Adelman indicated there would be an MRI on Thursday to assess the injury, expressing hope for a positive outcome. Prior to his injury, Strawther contributed 11 points, showcasing potential for a larger role this season as the Nuggets look to bolster their perimeter depth.

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  • •Strawther left the game against the Clippers with a left knee injury.
  • •He was assisted off the court and is scheduled for an MRI on Thursday.
  • •Strawther scored 11 points in the game before the injury.
  • •Coach David Adelman expressed hope for Strawther's recovery.
  • •Strawther is expected to play a larger role this upcoming season.
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  • 5:49 AMYahoo Sports — Nuggets' Julian Stawther leaves game following nasty-looking knee injury
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There will be an MRI on Thursday for the Denver wing.

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