NEW ORLEANS — Nuggets small forward Will Barton is listed as questionable for Thursday night’s game against New Orleans with left toe inflammation, a team official said at the team’s morning shootaround.
Barton’s potential absence could open up minutes for rookie Michael Porter Jr. or fourth-year wing Juancho Hernangomez. Despite much anticipation, neither has played thus far this season with the Nuggets (3-1) loaded at the wing position.
On Wednesday, Nuggets coach Michael Malone acknowledged the rookie’s situation.
“I have to find minutes for Michael Porter Jr.,” Malone said on Altitude radio.