"Please god let him be okay" - Nuggets fans concerned for $86,640,001 star's potential hamstring injury after David Adelman's remarks

The Denver Nuggets could have a major injury problem ahead of Game 7 of their Western Conference semifinal series against the OKC Thunder, with Aaron Gordon dealing with a hamstring issue. Interim coach David Adelman said the concern is "high," but he is hoping the two-day rest between Games 6 and 7 will help Gordon recover.

Gordon, who signed a four-year, $86,640,001 contract with the Nuggets in 2022, was spotted limping in the fourth quarter and clutching his left hamstring, which sparked speculation about his injury.

The injury occurred as Gordon chased after a loose ball and potentially pulled his hamstring. The Nuggets are already playing with another hobbled player, Michael Porter Jr., who is battling a shoulder injury, which would need four to six weeks of recovery had he decided to get it treated.

With Gordon potentially not at 100% in an away Game 7 contest, the Nuggets' chances of qualifying for the West finals seem bleak.

Nuggets fans expressed their concern over Gordon's hamstring injury on X.

One user wrote:

"Please god let him be okay"

Another said:

"Highly doubt that he’s ready to go for game 7"

One fan added:

"If it’s an actual hammy injury, one extra day will make zero difference"

One fan said:

"2 days not even enough for like a mild hamstring"

Another added:

"hamstrings don’t get better in two days"

The Nuggets won Game 6 119-107 at home on Thursday to force a decider. Denver was led by another stellar effort from Nikola Jokic, who registered 29 points, 14 rebounds and eight assists.

Jamal Murray chipped in with 24 points, eight rebounds and seven assists, while Gordon had just five points. He did, however, contribute in other ways, adding seven rebounds and seven assists.

Game 7 is scheduled to take place in Oklahoma on Sunday.

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Aaron Gordon reacts to his hamstring injury

Aaron Gordon didn't give away too much when asked about his hamstring injury after Thursday's season-saving win. The Nuggets forward said:

“I feel ok. We’ll see. I’m going to start the recovery process now and make sure I’m getting ready for Game 7.”

Gordon wasn't "entirely sure" how he injured himself. According to Nuggets interim coach David Adelman, Gordon has been dealing with the issue throughout the season. The Nuggets will hope he's not aggravated the issue, as it could severely hinder their progress in the 2025 playoffs.