The Denver Nuggets opened the 2025 NBA playoffs with an overtime win over the Los Angeles Clippers on Saturday. The Nuggets won by a final score of 112-110 behind 29 points and 12 assists from three-time MVP Nikola Jokic, who shot 12-of-24 from the field, 1-of-4 from 3 and 4-of-6 from the free-throw line.

Russell Westbrook's presence in Denver's lineup has been as frenzied as ever, but it's also proven effective. Here's how he wound up in the Mile High City after a stint with the Clippers.

Russell Westbrook asserted himself as one of the best players in the NBA after Kevin Durant's departure to the Golden State Warriors. The season after his depar