Will Barton
G/SF FA
Thu 6/10/21 12:06 AM

Barton had 10 points (4-8 FG 2-5 3Pt) and three assists in Wednesday's Game 2 loss to the Suns.
EDGE Analysis
Making his return to action after missing a string of 20 straight games with a hamstring injury, Barton came off the bench and was one of four Nuggets players to score in double figures. Coach Michael Malone said pregame that Barton would see "very limited" action, but the veteran ended up playing 16 minutes in his first game since April 23. While Barton could require another game or two to work his way back into form, his presence could help the Nuggets climb back into the series after falling behind 0-2 in a pair of blowouts.

Will Barton
G/SF FA
Wed 6/9/21 8:32 PM

Barton is expected to be on a "very limited minutes restriction" for Wednesday's Game 2 against Phoenix, Kellan Olson of ArizonaSports.com reports.
EDGE Analysis
Barton hasn't played since April 23 due to a hamstring injury, so it's no surprise that the Nuggets are being cautious in handling his return to the court. It's unclear at this time what the exact limit will be, but barring any setbacks, the Nuggets will look to ease Barton back into the rotation as much as they can as the series progresses. He averaged 12.7 points, 4.0 rebounds and 3.2 assists in 31 minutes per game during the regular season.

Will Barton
G/SF FA
Wed 6/9/21 5:02 PM

Barton (hamstring) has been cleared to make his return during Wednesday's Game 2 against the Suns, Chris Haynes of Yahoo Sports reports.
EDGE Analysis
After initially being listed as doubtful, Barton will end up making his return to the court. The hamstring injury has kept him out since April 23. It's not immediately clear whether he'll start and/or be on a minutes limit.

Will Barton
G/SF FA
Wed 6/9/21 4:17 PM

Barton (hamstring), barring a setback in warmups, will make his return Wednesday in Game 2 of the Western Conference Semifinals matchup against the Suns, Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN reports.
EDGE Analysis
Barton hasn't played since April 24 due to a lingering hamstring injury and was initially listed as doubtful for Wednesday's matchup. The progression to a game-time decision is promising but even if the 6-foot-6 forward does make his return, he will likely be on a minutes restriction. The Memphis product averaged 31.0 minutes, 12.7 points, 4.0 rebounds and 3.2 assists in 56 games during the regular season.

Will Barton
G/SF FA
Wed 6/9/21 2:57 PM

Barton (hamstring) has been upgraded to questionable for Wednesday's Game 2 against the Suns, Mike Singer of The Denver Post reports.
EDGE Analysis
Barton hasn't played since April 24 due to a hamstring injury and was initially listed as doubtful for Wednesday's matchup. However, coach Michael Malone is optimistic that the 30-year-old will be able to play in Game 2. Even if Barton is available, he could be on a minutes restriction following his lengthy absence.

Will Barton
G/SF FA
Tue 6/8/21 10:09 PM

Barton (hamstring) is doubtful for Wednesday's Game 2 against the Suns, Mike Singer of The Denver Post reports.
EDGE Analysis
Barton continues to make progress in his recovery, but it would be a shock if he's available for Game 2. His teammate, Michael Porter (back), is questionable for Game 2.

Will Barton
G/SF FA
Tue 6/8/21 9:16 PM

Barton (hamstring) "is a candidate to play" in Wednesday's Game 2 against the Suns, Kellan Olson of ArizonaSports.com reports.
EDGE Analysis
Barton has been out since April 24 with a hamstring injury, but he could be making a return soon. Even if he's cleared to play Wednesday, there's a good chance he'd be on a minutes limit.

Will Barton
G/SF FA
Sun 6/6/21 4:51 PM

Nuggets head coach Michael Malone said Barton (hamstring) won't be available Monday for Game 1 of Denver's Western Conference semifinals series with the Suns, Mike Singer of The Denver Post reports.
EDGE Analysis
Malone had previously expressed optimism that Barton might be ready to go for the series opener, but the 30-year-old will ultimately miss his 20th consecutive game on account of the right hamstring strain. Barton is seemingly on track to return to action at some point during the series, but expect the Nuggets to ease him back into the mix with a limited minutes load.

Will Barton
G/SF FA
Wed 6/2/21 3:57 PM

Barton (hamstring) is out for Thursday's Game 6 against the Trail Blazers, Mike Singer of The Denver Post reports.
EDGE Analysis
The Nuggets remain hopeful that Barton will be able to return for a possible Game 7. If he does, he'll likely be on a minutes limit. Barton hasn't played since April 23.

Will Barton
G/SF FA
Mon 5/31/21 4:05 PM

Barton (hamstring) will remain sidelined for Tuesday's Game 5 matchup with the Trail Blazers, but Nuggets head coach Michael Malone suggested that the swingman could be available for Game 6 or 7 of the series, Mike Singer of The Denver Post reports.
EDGE Analysis
The Nuggets didn't hold a live practice featuring any scrimmaging Monday, but Barton took part in all portions of the workout. That's a sign that he's closing in on a return from the strained right hamstring, but team trainers will need to see him clear a couple more checkmarks in his recovery before giving him the green light to play. Barton hasn't played since April 23 due to the injury.