Billy Heyen is a freelance writer with The Sporting News. He is a 2019 graduate of Syracuse University who has written about many sports and fantasy sports for The Sporting News. His sports reporting work has also appeared in a number of newspapers, including the Sandusky Register and Rochester Democrat & Chronicle

The Denver Nuggets saw star point guard Jamal Murray leave the game in the first half against the Boston Celtics at home.

Denver Nuggets guard Jamal Murray left Wednesday's game against the Boston Celtics.

On Friday evening, the Denver Nuggets will visit the Oklahoma City Thunder in Oklahoma.The Nuggets are coming off a 103-84 victory over the Boston Celtics.However, All-Star point guard Jamal Murray left the game early (and did not return).

Jamal Murray has earned his first career All-Star berth in his ninth NBA season. He is averaging career highs in points, shooting percentage, three-point percentage, rebounds, and assists.

The Denver Nuggets have had their struggles against the NBA's top teams recently, and despite having a great chance to pick up their best win of the season on t

The Denver Nuggets and Oklahoma City Thunder meet Friday at Paycom Center in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Tip-off is scheduled for 9:30 p.m. ET.