Jamal Murray’s Appreciation for Russell Westbrook’s Influence
The Denver Nuggets, reigning 2023 NBA Champions, face a challenging path to defend their title. With the Oklahoma City Thunder leading the charge for the top seed in the Western Conference, the Nuggets are in contention for the crucial second seed. In a recent game against the Sacramento Kings, the Nuggets secured a hard-fought 116-110 victory, aiming to keep pace with the surging Los Angeles Lakers.
Murray’s Gratitude towards Westbrook
While Nikola Jokic often shines as the focal point for Denver, guard Jamal Murray recently expressed his admiration for his former MVP teammate, Russell Westbrook. Murray highlighted Westbrook’s impact beyond the court, stating, “I don’t know how much he notices, but he’s got a lot of guys on the team that watch him, study him, and appreciate everything he’s done in this league.” Murray emphasized the energy exchange between him and Westbrook, crediting the latter for igniting their offensive aggression, regardless of his shooting performance.
Even though Westbrook may not be at the MVP level he once was during his Thunder days, his high-energy play continues to be a significant asset for the Nuggets. Starting for Denver this season, Westbrook boasts an impressive 20-9 record, contributing significantly to the team’s success. The Nuggets, led by Westbrook and Murray, are gearing up to face the struggling Phoenix Suns in their upcoming game on Friday.
