Jameer Nelson Injury: Updates on Nuggets Guard's Ankle and Return

Jameer Nelson is nursing an ankle injury, however after being traded to the Denver Nuggets, he made his debut on Jan. 16. 

Continue for updates.

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Nelson Plays Friday

Friday, Jan. 16

Jameer Nelson was traded to the Denver Nuggets on Tuesday, and suited up for his new team on Jan. 16. As Earl K. Sneed of Mavs.com notes, he fouled out in the contest:

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Nelson Inactive vs. Raptors, Misses 5th Straight Game

Saturday, Jan. 10

Gary Washburn of the Boston Globe provides an update on Nelson's status:

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Nelson Comments on Injury

Monday, Jan. 5

Jameer Nelson talked about his ankle injury that kept him out of Monday's game vs. Charlotte via Chris Forsberg of ESPN Boston:

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Nelson missed his second consecutive games due to what the team termed a right ankle sprain. The 32-year-old point guard said it's actually just soreness in the ankle, something he's experienced at times during his career and has typically resolved with time off and treatment. 

"It's something I've had in my career," Nelson said before Monday's game while undergoing stim treatment at his locker. "It usually goes away with treatment and a little rest. It's not necessarily pain, just discomfort. As an athlete, you have to take care of yourself, listen to your body." 

Stevens said Nelson will be reevaluated by team physician Brian McKeon on Monday night. 

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Nelson Misses Bulls Game With an Ankle Injury 

Saturday, Jan. 3

Boston Celtics point guard Jameer Nelson is reportedly dealing with an ankle injury that will require him to miss some time.

According to A. Sherrod Blakely of Comcast SportsNet New England, Nelson will not suit up on Saturday night when the Celtics take on the Chicago Bulls:

Recently acquired by the Celtics from Dallas in the Rajon Rondo trade, Nelson has appeared in six games for his new team. The 32-year-old is averaging 5.5 assists with Boston despite playing just over 20 minutes per game.