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With Tyrese Haliburton out this season, thanks to that brutal Achilles injury in the 2025 Game 7 Finals, the Pacers are stumbling, trying to find their groove but looking more lost than a GPS on a road trip! After falling 112-103 to the previously winless Brooklyn Nets, Indiana’s 1-7 record now ties them with the Nets and Wizards at the NBA’s basement. Every loss feels heavier than the last. Meanwhile, the Nuggets have been a fortress at home, undefeated 5-0 at Ball Arena, waiting for any slip-up. But with Denver missing one of its rising stars, could the Pacers finally catch a lucky break? Initially listed as questionable, the Nuggets decided to play it safe after warm-ups, giving Jamal Murray a night off to recover. “Jamal Murray (calf) ruled out Saturday,” Underdog NBA confirmed on X. This will be the first game Murray misses this season. Unfortunately, he isn’t the only starter sitting out; forward Aaron Gordon, dealing with a hamstring issue, will also miss the game, marking the first time both starters have been absent this season. After their win over the Warriors the night before, hopes were high they might suit up, but the Nuggets chose caution, prioritizing long-term health over a single contest. ADVERTISEMENT Here’s how the new lineup shapes up: ADVERTISEMENT
