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submitted 1 year ago by Ph0mX@kbin.social to c/nba@lemmy.world

Nuggets star point guard Jamal Murray has withdrawn from Team Canada for the upcoming FIBA World Cup, citing a need for more recovery time following the run to the NBA title in June.

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[-] drailin@kbin.social 10 points 1 year ago

I respect his decision and want him to come in fresh and crush it this season, but also my disappointment is immeasurable and my day ruined. Team Canada looked like they would be a real force with him and SGA running the show, Murray always shows up for the biggest stages.

[-] Drewsteau@lemmy.world 4 points 1 year ago

Definitely a huge bummer, I was really looking forward to watching team Canada as well. On the bright side, this will likely result in SGA getting more possessions as the primary ball handler which could result in some exciting performances from him!

[-] drailin@kbin.social 6 points 1 year ago

For sure. SGA is that dude, he will have complete control of the reigns to show what he's got now. It would be hella cool to see Murray next to a strong combo guard like himself though, I feel like their games would be really complimentary. Teams would just be picking their poison between two amazing downhill threats, plus their combined facilitating and Murray's shooting would spread out defenses so much.

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