In the wake of an ongoing battle for postseason survival, the Denver Nuggets suddenly realize that they’re becoming a hot topic of discussion.
It’s not the first time, but Russell Westbrook is gaining attention. This time it feels a bit unfair.
Ramona Shelburne’s article for ESPN tackled the Denver Nuggets’ highs and lows at Westbrook this season. The part where I bumped into a character from a previous OKC star, citing an anonymous source.
An anonymous Nuggets player is said to have described Westbrook as “immature” in connection with his actions in the locker room after his series defeat against the Clippers.
Recognizing the sudden noise caused by the ESPN story, teammate Aaron Gordon has already hit a story about his teammate.
Former NBA star Richard Jefferson has been in good condition, but he believes that leaks should never come out in the first place.
The Ex-NBA star has addressed the issue with Road Trippin’ Podcast, claiming that successful teams and players are keeping the issue in-house.
“In my opinion, these are not championship players,” Jefferson said of the Nuggets.
“If you’re in those fights, if you’re in those fights, championship players, they’ll keep the s___ tight because they know how important it is and how the fractured locker room, or one guy stops the journey.
“That’s why great players, they don’t bite the sound of the media. They don’t do that. They don’t want problems.
Before the season began, the Nuggets vowed to do whatever it takes to support their future Hall of Fame ahead of Aaron Gordon.
After a modest start in Denver, the past few months have been a roller coaster experience, his double overtime failure against the Minnesota Timber Wolves, and the arrival of the eventual high when they helped them beat the Clippers.
He has struggled in the past few games, but Westbrook averages 11.0 points, 3.0 assists and 2.2 rebounds in this second round series against the Oklahoma City Thunder.
Down on a 3-2 hole against his previous team and faced elimination, the Nuggets continue to rely on what Westbrook can bring to the table to achieve that ultimate title goal.
