Nuggets' Will Barton: Will not play Friday
Barton (ankle) will not play in Friday's game against the Raptors, Harrison Wind of BSN Denver reports.
Analysis:
Barton was listed as doubtful headed into Friday's matchup and will now officially miss his ninth straight game with a left ankle sprain. Expect Jameer Nelson to remain in the starting lineup with rookie Jamal Murray seeing extended minutes in Barton's absence. The shooting guard's next opportunity to return will be Sunday against the Jazz.