Will Barton
G/SF FA
Fri 5/28/21 3:25 PM

Barton (hamstring) remains out for Saturday's Game 4 against the Trail Blazers, Mike Singer of The Denver Post reports.
EDGE Analysis
Singer notes that Barton is getting close, but "there's obviously not as much urgency after the team took a 2-1 series lead." Barton went through dribbling and shooting exercises before Thursday's game, and he should be considered day-to-day after Saturday's contest.

Will Barton
G/SF FA
Wed 5/26/21 5:37 PM

Barton (hamstring) remains out for Thursday's Game 3 against the Trail Blazers, Mike Richman of The Oregonian reports.
EDGE Analysis
Barton initially anticipated a Round 1 return, but it's not clear whether that will actually happen. Once he does return, he'll likely be on a minutes limit for his first game back.

Will Barton
G/SF FA
Sun 5/23/21 5:33 PM

Barton (hamstring) has been ruled out for Monday's Game 2 against the Trail Blazers, Katy Winge of Altitude Sports reports.
EDGE Analysis
Barton still hopes to return in Round 1, but he'll miss a second straight game to begin the series. Austin Rivers, Monte Morris and Facundo Campazzo should continue to see increased run.

Will Barton
G/SF FA
Fri 5/21/21 3:00 PM

Barton (hamstring) is out for Saturday's Game 1 against the Trail Blazers, Harrison Wind of TheDNVR.com reports.
EDGE Analysis
Barton is still targeting a Round 1 return, but he won't be ready for Game 1. Austin Rivers, who has been starting in his absence, is questionable with a non-COVID illness. If Rivers is out as well, more minutes will be available for Monte Morris, Markus Howard and Shaquille Harrison.

Will Barton
G/SF FA
Thu 5/20/21 12:52 PM

Barton (hamstring) is targeting a return to action in the Nuggets' first-round playoff series with the Trail Blazers, which begins Saturday, Mike Singer of The Denver Post reports.
EDGE Analysis
Barton has been sidelined since April 23 due to a right hamstring strain. The Nuggets have been playing well enough in his absence, but the playoffs could be a different story, especially without Jamal Murray (knee). In 31.0 minutes per game this season, Barton has averaged 12.7 points, 4.0 rebounds and 3.2 assists. Barton was able to go through portions of Wednesday's practice, so he could have a shot at being ready to go for Saturday's Game 1.

Will Barton
G/SF FA
Sat 5/15/21 5:31 PM

Barton (hamstring) is out for Sunday's regular-season finale against the Trail Blazers.
EDGE Analysis
Barton will have a week to recover before the playoffs begin, so there's a chance he'll be available for Denver's first-round matchup. A strained right hamstring has kept Barton out since late April.

Will Barton
G/SF FA
Fri 5/14/21 1:42 PM

Barton (hamstring) will not play Friday against the Pistons.
EDGE Analysis
There was never a ton of hope that Barton would be available, but the Nuggets haven't provided any sort of timetable, so it's unclear how close he may be to returning. He'll have just one more chance (Sunday at Portland) to play before the postseason begins, though it would be a surprise if he's cleared for that contest.

Will Barton
G/SF FA
Wed 5/12/21 6:03 PM

Barton (hamstring) has been ruled out for Thursday's game at Minnesota.
EDGE Analysis
The 30-year-old will be unavailable for the 11th consecutive contest Thursday due to a strained right hamstring. Austin Rivers and Facundo Campazzo should continue to have increased roles with Barton sidelined.

Will Barton
G/SF FA
Mon 5/10/21 5:25 PM

Barton (hamstring) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Hornets, Harrison Wind of TheDNVR.com reports.
EDGE Analysis
Barton will be sidelined for the 10th straight game Tuesday as he continues to deal with a strained right hamstring. The 30-year-old will have three more chances to play before the end of the regular season, with the next arriving Thursday at Minnesota.

Will Barton
G/SF FA
Sat 5/8/21 5:48 PM

Barton (hamstring) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Nets.
EDGE Analysis
Barton will miss a ninth straight game due to a right hamstring strain. His next chance to play will be Tuesday against the Hornets.