Trail Blazers Boost Roster as Thybulle and Murray Status Changes

Murray and Thybulle's potential return adds intrigue to the Trail Blazers lineup as they face the Nuggets amidst key player absences.

The Portland Trail Blazers have been riding a wave of positive updates on the injury front lately, and today's news keeps that momentum going. Guard Matisse Thybulle and forward Kris Murray have been upgraded to questionable for Portland’s upcoming clash with the Denver Nuggets on Friday night.

Here's the latest on the Blazers' injury situation:

INJURY REPORT 2/20 vs. DEN:

  • OUT: Damian Lillard (L Achilles Tendon), Shaedon Sharpe (L Calf Strain)
  • QUESTIONABLE: Kris Murray (Lumbar Strain), Matisse Thybulle (R Knee Tendinopathy)

Thybulle, in his limited time on the court this season, has been a defensive spark, averaging 5.0 points and 2.5 steals in just 12.3 minutes over four games. Meanwhile, Murray has been a steady presence, appearing in 34 games and logging 25.7 minutes per contest. He's contributing 6.1 points and 4.0 rebounds, providing valuable support on both ends of the floor.

As the Blazers gear up to face the Nuggets, the potential return of Thybulle and Murray could offer a much-needed boost to their lineup. Keep an eye on how these updates unfold as game time approaches.