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Jamal Murray Makes Blunt Statement on People Losing Faith in Him

Denver Nuggets guard Jamal Murray is ready to prove people wrong.

Joey Linn

Denver Nuggets guard Jamal Murray (27) during Denver Nuggets Media Day.
Denver Nuggets guard Jamal Murray (27) during Denver Nuggets Media Day. / Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images
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It has been an interesting several months for Denver Nuggets point guard Jamal Murray. 

Known for the ability to elevate his performance in the postseason, Murray hit two game-winning shots against the Los Angeles Lakers in the opening round of last year’s playoffs. While Murray was huge in that opening round series, his production dipped in the Western Conference Semifinals.

Murray then struggled with Canada at the Paris Olympics, shooting just 29 percent for the field and 14.2 percent from three. Agreeing to a four-year, $208 million contract not long after the Olympics, Murray and the Nuggets showed their commitment to each other.

This contract brings a new set of expectations for Murray, and he has seen some of the noise amid his recent struggles.

“For me, I’m ready to go,” Murray said. “I know a lot of people have their takes. I’m not on social media, but I have stuff sent to me. So it’s always a nice reminder when people lose their faith. It’s funny.”

Murray has turned in some of the biggest performances in Nuggets franchise history. While he has battled injures, the 2023 NBA champion seems motivated to prove people wrong who have lost faith in him.

Still just 27-years-old, Murray is right in the middle of his prime. As previously mentioned, injuries are a concern, but his production when healthy has been solid for the Nuggets.

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Joey Linn
JOEY LINN

Title: Credentialed writer covering the NBA for Sports Illustrated's FanNation Email: joeylinn52@gmail.com Education: Communication Studies degree from Biola University Location: Los Angeles, California Expertise: NBA analysis and reporting Experience: Joey Linn is a credentialed writer covering the NBA for Sports Illustrated's FanNation. Covering the LA Clippers independently in 2018, then for Fansided and 213Hoops from 2019-2021, Joey joined Sports Illustrated's FanNation to cover the Clippers after the 2020-21 season. Graduating from Biola University in 2022 with a Communication Studies degree, Joey served as Biola's play-by-play announcer for their basketball, baseball, softball, and soccer teams during his time in school. Joey's work on Biola's broadcasts, combined with his excellence in the classroom, earned him the Outstanding Communication Studies Student of the year award in 2022. Joey covers the NBA full-time across multiple platforms, primarily serving as a credentialed Clippers beat writer.

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