Tag: Russell Westbrook
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What was learned and what questions remain after Denver Nuggets’ longest road trip of season?
The Nuggets’ offense has been consistently good, and the defense has regularly been subpar. That leaves Denver with a couple of crucial questions to answer over the remainder of the regular season.
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Denver Nuggets reaping rewards of letting Russell Westbrook be himself
Letting Russ be Russ is working out a lot better for the Denver Nuggets than letting Russ cook did for the Broncos. A few months after the Broncos cut Russell Wilson following two disappointing seasons at Mile High, the Nuggets took a shot on a veteran playmaker of their own who just happens to have…
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Denver Nuggets ride Nikola Jokic, Russell Westbrook’s dual triple-doubles to beat Brooklyn in Jokic’s return
The only signs Nikola Jokic’s illness lingered into Friday’s 124-105 win over Brooklyn was an early trip to the bathroom. After recording 14 points, four assists and three rebounds in the first 10 minutes, Jokic headed to the bench earlier than usual. Then, it was right to the bowels of Ball Arena for a quick…
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From fatherhood to foreign language and figuring out new teammates, Jamal Murray shows willingness to learn on fly for Denver Nuggets
In the last couple of years, Jamal Murray has become a father for the first time, started studying a foreign language and figured out how to play alongside different lineups. It all seems to be coming together for Denver’s 27-year-old starter
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Russell Westbrook represents Los Angeles well as Denver Nuggets defeat Clippers
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Russell Westbrook is a reflection of the city where he was raised. The Nuggets’ point guard was born in Long Beach, Calif. It’s far enough from the parts of Los Angeles that are being destroyed by wildfires, but the devastation still hits close to home. Westbrook said his immediate family is safe, but he knows…
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Russell Westbrook’s effective energy comes from mentality; Julian Strawther’s growth mindset | NBA Insider
At 36, Russell Westbrook is among the oldest members of the Denver Nuggets, but he’s not letting his age impact the energy with which he plays. Westbrook said he does what he needs to take care of his body, but it’s more about mentality.
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Peyton Watson steps up to help Denver Nuggets split weekend series with Victor Wembanyama’s San Antonio Spurs
A night after San Antonio star Victor Wembanyama made 4 of 6 shots from 3-point range, Peyton Watson led the charge, as Denver held last season’s Rookie of the Year to a 2-for-12 mark from 3-point range. Watson closed the game and finished with eight points, eight rebounds and two blocks.
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Russell Westbrook making case for regular starting role with Denver Nuggets
The Denver Nuggets are 3-1 in the last four games with Russell Westbrook in the starting lineup, and Michael Malone’s team has scored at least 132 points in all four. With Aaron Gordon nearing a return from a calf strain, Malone will have a decision to make about his starting five.
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Nuggets vs. Jazz: Three takeaways from Denver’s win over the Jazz
A dominant performance from Nikola Jokic and the rest of the Nuggets’ offense led the way to victory Monday night in Utah. Here are three takeaways from Denver’s 132-121 win over the Jazz: 1. Oklahoma City’s Shai Gilgeous-Alexander jumped Nikola Jokic as the frontrunner for Most Valuable Player prior to Monday’s game, but Jokic made…
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Russell Westbrook ruffles Detroit Pistons’ feathers during Nuggets’ dominant third quarter
Veteran guard Russell Westbrook got under the Pistons’ skin and spurred a pivotal third-quarter run in the Nuggets’ win Saturday at Ball Arena.