The Denver Nuggets’ worst nightmare has just come true. Last night, their star forward, Aaron Gordon, exited their highly anticipated clash with the Houston Rockets after just three minutes on the court due to a strained hamstring. Although the forward has dealt with calf issues on the same leg, the Nuggets were hoping that it wasn’t anything too serious, but it was.

ESPN’s Shams Charania has now revealed that Gordon has suffered a Grade 2 right hamstring strain. “Denver Nuggets forward Aaron Gordon has sustained a Grade 2 right hamstring strain and will be re-evaluated in 4-to-6 weeks, sources tell ESPN,” he posted on X.

According to reports, a Grade 2 injury is referred to when there’s a moderate strain with some muscle tearing (a partial tear). In a clevelandclinic.org Report, “Grade 2 and Grade 3 strains usually cause a loss of strength in your affected hamstring,” and it might take a month to heal. The comeback drags a bit longer if it involves surgery.

Naturally, this is a huge blow to the Nuggets. More so because Aaron Gordon has been enjoying arguably one of, if not the best, starts to a season throughout his career. The 30-year-old has been averaging 18.8 points along with 5.9 rebounds and 1.3 assists, all while shooting an incredible 53.2 percent from the field.

Now he will have to spend a considerable amount of time on the sidelines, which might’ve just derailed his season, as his return date remains in the air.

This is a developing story…