A far from simple start to the season for Russell Westbrook. After signing with the Denver Nuggets in the summer he seemed ready to leave behind the complicated period he lived in Los Angeles. In the first few releases, however, he seemed to be that Russ unreliableto challenge the number e incapable of impact. His poor performances have increased doubts about him, enough to lead to one scout NBAremained anonymousa advise him to withdraw.
“They need to cut Russ. He can’t shoot. It doesn’t take up space when it’s on the pitch. The teams literally challenge him to shoot and double Jokic in the area.”the scout told HoopsWire. “And when he goes for the rim, he goes so far from the basket and shoots so off-balance that he can’t score a layup. Russ must retire. He’s not a good player anymore“.
Very strong words that certainly struck Westbrook. So much so that in tonight’s match, he took the field with a knife between his teeth. The result was a performance from 22 pointswith a perfect 2 of 2 from three. Clearly this Russell is not even remotely comparable to the version admired in OKC, but once again he demonstrated that he still has some fuel to be able to play.
Denver wins with yet another monstrous performance from Jokic
The Nuggets sweat until the last second against the Nets, managing to win only after a overtime won at the last minute. Needless to say, the victory bears the signature of Joker. The Serbian center achieved another triple doubleputting on the scoresheet 29 points, 18 rebounds and 16 assists. Unreal numbers. Among other things in a back to back. After going to overtime against Toronto too. Once again this splendid player has demonstrated that he is at the highest level of this game. At the end of the meeting too coach Malone he underlined it the incredible talentconsidering himself lucky not to have to worry about facing him as an opponent.
“They doubled it a lot tonight.”Malone said. “Every time he put the ball down, the doubling systematically arrived. I’m so happy to be able to coach Nikola because I can’t imagine having to think of a game plan to mark that guy.”.
Denver which continues to work hardespecially in defense, where he still concedes too much, especially in the area. At the moment the record is back in balance at 2-2, but it will take a decisive change of gear to be able to keep up with this Western Conference.
