As the Nuggets were losing a key starter in Kentavious Caldwell-Pope this summer just to save on payroll, Jokic had a potential veteran replacement for the backcourt in mind: Russell Westbrook.

Westbrook is posting 12.2 points, 4.5 rebounds, and 6.6 assists per game in 2024-25. Yes, that is a considerable step down from what he produced a few seasons ago, but Westbrook’s role has changed.

The phrase "Let Westbrook be Westbrook" became synonymous with any Westbrook feat of strength, but particularly when it equated to victory. Erik Horne 33 Remembering Russ: Darnell Mayberry ...

Right before the 2024-25 NBA season began, the Denver Nuggets made the head-scratching move of signing 36-year-old Russell Westbrook to a two-year deal. Westbrook is, undoubtedly, one of the all ...