Denver Nuggets guard Russell Westbrook has become one of Michael Malone's trusted starters. Initially expected to play backup point guard behind Jamal Murray, Westbrook has now started 21 of his ...

Joining Denver on a two-year, $6.7 million contract after his trade from the LA Clippers and buyout with the Utah Jazz, Westbrook was brought in to play behind Jamal Murray. Injuries created a ...

Well, it might not be quite that simple. For one thing, the sample size on the Nuggets’ three-headed superstar look (Jokic-Murray-Westbrook) is still relatively small. For another, it hasn’t ...

Before the 2024-25 season began, NBA legend Paul Pierce made the bold claim that Westbrook should be a starter (with Jamal Murray). Pierce (via FS1) on July 19: "I would make him a starter...

What does Russell Westbrook’s resurgence mean for Jamal Murray? | Good Word with Goodwill Yahoo Sports senior NBA reporter Vincent Goodwill and fantasy analyst Dan Titus discuss the Nuggets ...

Russell Westbrook has always been known for his fiery competitiveness, whether squaring off against a former teammate or stepping in to defend his own during an on-court altercation.

So how should Malone navigate this? First, someone has to be identified as the most sensible player for Westbrook to replace. Jamal Murray is firmly off the table. His efficiency as a secondary scorer has improved throughout the season, and even if that ...

Evidently, one way Denver has turned their season around for the better is by inserting 36-year-old guard Russell Westbrook into their starting lineup and making him a big part of their game plan ...

Gordon is questionable to play Sunday, but if he does return, Westbrook may stay in the starting lineup if Jamal Murray is unable to play. Murray didn't play in the second half against the Nets ...

DENVER (AP) — Nikola Jokic had 35 points, 15 assists and 12 rebounds in his return to the lineup, Russell Westbrook had 25 ... Nuggets: Jamal Murray didn’t play in the second half due to ...

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Now in his 17th season, Westbrook is playing a prominent role for the Nuggets. Signed as the backup point guard behind Jamal Murray, Westbrook has played himself into a consistent starting role.