Things change quickly in the NBA. Less than 24 hours after Jusuf Nurkic was listed as doubtful against the Atlanta Hawks, the Portland Trail Blazers center has cleared the league’s protocol and is expected to be in the lineup Monday night.
@trailblazers center Jusuf Nurkiu0107 has cleared health and safety protocols, sources (PCR) tell me.I’m expecting to play Monday night against Atlanta.
Nurkic hasn’t played since December 21 but should be back in the starting lineup against the Hawks. The 27-year-old has started 32 games for the Blazers this season, ranking fourth in scoring and assists while leading the team in rebounding.