Russell Westbrook & Nikola Jokic Will Have You Questioning Everything

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[@greywolf4784]

westbrook for the first time in his career has found his best teammate.

[@miguelvasquez2675]

Its just a good fit they both feed of each other!

[@dantu5377]

West Brook played with 4-5mvps and looks the best

[@nickjones5495]

This comment made no sense

[@NuthinButRNS]

Nah Steven Adams’s could easily be his best teammate atm imo, even tho jokic could overtake that eventually

[@Veniosom]

@@NuthinButRNS what

[@realnsenpai]

Westbrook. The only guy that doesn't use 3 to 5 steps. Just pure real fundamentals. Not everybody notices it

[@macmac6064]

Media narrative is always gets the casuals

[@mosessupposes2571]

@@macmac6064You trolls who speak condescendingly of “the casuals” are comical 😂

[@09lowkey]

Westbrook is a real hooper, doesn't skip steps. Really goes out there and leaves it on the floor. Regardless of what ppl have said over the years, he plays the game the right way hustling and getting everyone involved.

[@macmac6064]

@ true

[@Anthonydu01630]

He just doesn’t have a bag lol

[@NoahLinden]

Jokic believed in Westbrook when the league had given up on him, and Westbrook is playing at an all-star level once again. This should be taken into account when evaluating Jokic's legacy.

[@Romanus-]

He’s playing well but all star? In the west especially? Cmon man

[@NoahLinden]

@@Romanus- Yeah, I might have exaggerated, but it looks like he's going to have the most efficient shooting season of his career. Still, in terms of sheer impact, I firmly believe Westbrook is a star. The Nuggets would be cooked without him.

[@nickjones5495]

Jokic signed Westbrook? Or did the Denver Nuggets?

[@NoahLinden]

@@nickjones5495 Jokic pressured the Nuggets' front office to sign him.

[@quintel8280]

​@@nickjones5495 jokic personally campaign Denver to acquire Westbrook. The best player knows the player more than the GMs and the coaches. Dude breakdown plays effectively

[@justmytwocentsdontgetmad]

Vampire? Lebron has been the vampire for the Lakers since 2018

[@512cbratch]

💯🙌 🎯

[@WooWZzzz]

LeBron is Toxic How about Bronny in Lakers ???????????

[@NoahLinden]

Westbrook is likable and gives 130% effort at all times. There's no way he could be a vampire.

[@perfectfifthsm64]

it’s REALLY been 7 years. i remember when bron on the cavs was like a couple years ago

[@joshuavasquez1able]

And the league

[@edgarsnake2857]

It's pure basketball fun to see Russ and the Joker do their thing.

[@naulipopland]

Savants

[@GrumpyCat-mw5xl]

Westbrook and joker same basketball IQ. When Westbrook was on those other teams there was only so much he could do. With joker they each know what they are trying to do and help each other and the rest of the team knows what they need to do too in order to play their role

[@naulipopland]

@ 🎯

[@robinsonarboleda1223]

You could have called me a Russ hater prior to this year but he seems so happy in Denver that I'm rooting for him and I hope he wins a championship with Denver.

[@2403rygar]

Me too.

[@moresomoze]

It's just the proximity to whiteness that you like. If he was on the mavs or the nuggets you'll hop right on.

[@murrayclarke2171]

Same

[@kennethward4985]

These Nuggets bring back memories of peak Bird's Celtics, everyone looking for the open man.

[@MohamedLamkhizni]

Also Tim Duncan Spurs to me just pure team basketball and also Jokic is remende me of Duncan

[@JET1970]

​@@MohamedLamkhizni I have to disagree cause Jokic is far better than Duncan in the skill set no disrespect to Duncan cause he was a fabulous player

[@imhimdk1785]

@@JET1970he is not far better y’all just be saying anything

[@JET1970]

@imhimdk1785 not true cause Duncan needed to play in pops system but Jokic is the system that's the difference

[@jawbreaker4000]

The only thing Duncan wasn’t great at was shooting at range, and he was a system guy so he played position basketball and wasn’t trying to be the point guard

[@mohit_malya_0]

Some Observations looking Westbrooks career overtime: Brodie makes game easy for all and brings best from the other player. His teaming up with Victor Oladipo after KD left. Victor became a high caliber player and got max contract in Indiana after playing All star level with Westbrook. Then came amazing duo of Westbrook and PG. PG came 2nd in MVP voting that year when he played with Westbrook. Then Westbrook teamed up with Harden and both went to 2nd round of the playoff. Westbrook then played with Bradley Beal and Beal came into MVP consideration after that. Beal's one of the best year was with Westbrook. Then Westbrook played in LA Clippers and played hard in playoffs. He only stumbled in LA Lakers coz of Lebron. Now he's showing great game again in Denver. Some more points to consider: Every Centre got a better deal after playing with Westbrook. Steven Adams Zubac got good deal Rui Hachimura got recognized by LA lakers after playing with Westbrook in Washington. He just makes everyone better.

[@dihanmustakeem4089]

Point, the young core of Denver are set up for a while due to this season with Westbrook

[@davidfarr9678]

This has to be a joke. The dude used to purposely not close out on 3 point shooters to stat pad his rebound numbers. he's the opposite of a winning player. "only stumbled in LA coz of lebron" - dumbest statement ever.

[@09lowkey]

@@davidfarr9678 It's not a joke, he's has a 70+% win rate when he records a triple-double so it's not empty stats, his numbers effect winning. It's true, all these players got recognition after playing with Westbrook, Sabonis played with him in OKC, look at him now. He has his lapses in decision making but ultimately he makes his teammates better, especially the younger guys with unestablished roles they know Westbrook will reward his effort. This season with Russ will definitely have a positive effect on guys like Braun, Strawther & Watson. Westbrook sets an example for how to approach the competition, he doesn't miss games and his effort is unquestionable.

[@LevitheLegend]

I think we forget that Russ was once the fastest player in the league with the ball in his hands Brodie is in a great place rn

[@imhimdk1785]

Not that many guards or ppl that’s faster than him still

[@CashMNey]

He still is tbh

[@dannyllerenatv8635]

Plus he’s tall and strong by combo guard standards at 6’4 and is incredibly hard to stop when he goes at full steam.

[@Leviathan_1.0]

I'm happy for Bodie, he deserves this..

[@VeljkoMatic]

Mr. Rus is type of human who could be legend in any sport.

[@809Mornelle]

I love that Westbrook is finally getting appreciation for his playmaking skills , for years fake NBA fans online would say he’s not a playmaker smh

[@TheChosenLeague]

Westbrook will get a ring and I’m happy to see him succeed in Denver

[@dj66a.]

The Lakers organization is very toxic and I'm happy that Russell Westbrook got out of there and doing really good now with Denver. ❤

[@Donveto4445]

You know that he was on two other teams after the lakers right....??? Why are yall so caught up on the lakers still?? Just using it to hate on the lakers and lebron... so stupid

[@lanceh2009]

​@@Donveto4445no just realize that Lakers are a dumpster fire,

[@JuanVazquez-zd7do]

​@@Donveto4445he never played for Utah, so saying that he was on two other teams after the lakers is a stretch. The reason people bring up the lakers, is because the media and a lot of Lebron fans blamed Russ as to the reason why the lakers struggled. In reality, Lebron has been the common denominator with the Lakers struggles due to his lack of defense, high turnovers, disrupting the flow of offense on many possessions since he needs the ball in his hands, then also being LeGM. And every season, its been someone else's fault but Lebrons.

[@alatreon7451]

He’s been so good for us man, I got his jersey for Christmas along with Joker’s, Luka’s, and Wemby’s

[@ionutalex5529]

absolute banger of a move from the nuggets front office

[@pedjapavlovic6722]

Funny thing is, Jokić wanted Westbrook 😂😂😂

[@cpt0118]

Playing as team is prettier

[@rashadmabon8253]

Westbrook gets a ring he’s officially top 5 pg all time but I’m happy he’s in Denver continue making the lakers and LeBron look bad for tryna ruin your career

[@nathanharris3787]

And the paperclips to don't forget them don't single out the lakers

[@rashadmabon8253]

@ he was good with the clippers go look it up check his stats especially playoff stats with them the problem with the clippers was Khawi sitting out PG inconsistent and when they got Harden it worked but didn’t cuz harden was lazy playing like he did for Philly Russ was the same Russ he’s been his entire career

[@ASAPxMATT]

@@rashadmabon8253 agreed

[@nathanharris3787]

@@rashadmabon8253 its just the lakers fault right

[@getlikecoop]

I'm rooting for that ring hard this year

[@myselfandeye3884]

As a Laker fan I knew Westbrook wasn't the problem. Lebron's pr machine and his toxic fans made sure they pointed the finger at Russ. I'm glad a truly great player like Jokic shows how to play with Russ. Remember that bs 'LeBron makes every player around him better'? Yeah haven't seen that since he's been on the Lakers.

[@hayorge27]

I'd damned near given up on the NBA until this beautiful meeting of 2 of the greatest playmakers this league has ever seen. Gone is the OKC Brodie reputation of ball-hogging to stuff stats. Jokic brings out the best in everyone, why he should've been MVP the past 4 seasons. And if anyone is MJs son, my vote is Brodie

[@je5406]

Truth! Im thankful for the youtube community documenting greatness.

[@perfectfifthsm64]

as someone who started watching basketball after the 2018(?) rockets finals fallout, i’m happy to see him finding success in general. hopefully harden is able to get a ring too

[@Mgranadosv]

The bench is kinda thin but the Nuggets do look powerful

[@matthewmatt5285]

Julian Strawther looks like he's coming into his own but they will probably make a move before the deadline~

[@MohamedLamkhizni]

Well atleast Nuggets bench is better than New York knicks bench and look at the starting five of New York they always play majority of the games time lol

[@Mgranadosv]

@ well that is also a Thibs special to just play people 48 minutes cause hell yeah

[@MohamedLamkhizni]

​@jajaja sure lol

[@PaJoe03]

You can't hate Westbrook because of his tenacity and dedication to the game.

[@alistairbolden6340]

Yeah even when he was not having a good time with the Lakers he always put in effort, so many players are casual about their win / loss records so long as they put up decent individual scores but Russ always cares, even when his teams clearly losing you get maximum effort from him. I really respect the effort he puts in. His drive to win has clearly had a big impact on the Nuggets. What helps Russ so much is his teammates are willing to give you the room he need to lead, I think that was the biggest issue Russ had in the Lakers, Jokic is happy to let Russ lead by example because Russ is a more experienced player, Jokic has no ego at all, hes happy to allow Russ to drive the Nuggets and dictate the speed. I don't think Jokic has really found himself as a leader yet, his skill has been enough to command the respect of his team but hes not the forward facing emotional player the Nuggets needed to give them winning energy. Russel is a great fit I hope he stays for several years.

[@mosessupposes2571]

Hate Westbrook?? 😂 You exaggerate badly

[@BlickVVinkel]

8:31 Jokic to Russ, Russ to Jokic, Jokic to Braun.... so much fun

[@1SLON1]

I am so happy to see him happy.

[@MalvinOoi]

Exactly what Nuggets needed for defensive and fastest games with a humility leadership from a senior vast experience Westbrook ❤

[@danieltravis5082]

With Russell Westbrook i feel like i'm taking crazy pills. During his MVP season I was supposedly a "hater" for pointing out how high his usage and his turnover rate were, and that he wasn't playing winning ball. Then talk radio and the average dumb sports fan did a 180 and completely disregarded Russ, probably because of LeRoids and his LeNarrative, and shit all over him like he's not an all time great talent (flawed or no) Thank goodness hes with a team (especially a smart coach) so he can play and be where he belongs - giving people that work, and being in a position to lean on his skills and succeed instead of being in a position to fail and look bad doing it

[@512cbratch]

Westbrook has always been a dog. You could always count on him playing like it mattered.

[@TheMesa22]

People forget that Russ can play ball while being a teammate. Ma glad he’s Balling with Jokic and the Nuggets. No surprise they are doing so well and having fun too ^^

[@yogaphile7833]

Haven't heard this comparison from any commentator, yet... I'm a Celtics fan, and I get the same feeling with Russ being in Denver, as Kristaps being in Boston. Both seem so happy with the change of scenery (after becoming unwanted castoffs), are great fits with their teams, and the home fans are extremely appreciative to have them. It'd be kind of cool to see them both in the next Finals. 🏀

[@09lowkey]

They both offer their team's a very particular advantage while only having to partially expend effort because the fit is perfect. All the left over energy just gets exhausted through random productivity. Really the perfect roster fit for both teams.

[@Pie.eating.animal]

I feel that ❤

[@iwishyouwould6937]

Been a Westbrick hater since they kept him instead of Harden in okc but I like humble Russ. Always thought he played a very selfish brand of bball. Winning a championship on a team is about sacrifice. You wanting a teammate to do better than you because you know he deserves it and that confidence will come in key later on. One thing I always gave Russ was that he played hard af. Not always smart or team bball but he brought that juice.

[@kennethward4985]

The Lakers should have kept Westy and dumped Lebron. Keep the energizer, dump the Lazy bum.

[@mosessupposes2571]

Glad Brodie went to Denver though

[@phibui7684]

I think another important thing is that Westbrook has been a great mentor to the younger guys on the team allowing guys like Strawther to take a big jump

[@dongky20]

So happy for Russ.

[@reneeraynoldraymond985]

He improve the team tempo so much and the amount of pressure he bring in defence is crazy , I happy for him

[@vernonharrison2488]

Brodie has 240+ assists at the halfway mark of the season 💥💥💥

[@PWCDN]

They scapegoated him so bad on the Lakers. So glad he's found a great team.

[@kevinbellock6825]

The teams movement on offense has been so much better with Westbrook. No reason this team can’t win the championship again if they stay healthy

[@nikolakovac9445]

Very good analysis, sir! I listen to all kinds of different channels about Denver Nuggets, and most of them bury us with tons off statistics. Good job of analyzing and understanding of basketball 👍

[@getlikecoop]

I appreciate that 🙏🏽 One of my goals is to make sure that I'm providing the right balance of entertainment and hoops knowledge, glad to hear that I'm doing a good job.

[@dodisusanto1028]

wb and jokic played the same way only from a different position, a solo scorer n playmaker. being together makes russ n jokic able to utilize their skills to score easier off assists instead of solo scoring. and in the wake of it, drawing attention that opens up space for murray n others. nuggs will win this year if they can stay healthy n even more in tune

[@HairryTurttleneck]

westbrook has always been fun to watch... good to see him on a nother winning team

[@Rogue_Centurion]

Imagine how good the Nuggets would’ve been if they’d gotten Russ during his prime

[@quintel8280]

He's a traditional PG. Joker knew that in order Denver to bloom they needed him, so the other player can focus on scoring and the burden of play making comes to Russ while scoring if necessary.

[@dannyllerenatv8635]

That’s the best way to have a contender, having those who can share playmaking responsibility. Having to do both all the play making while also taking on the scoring load is too taxing. Keeps a lot of players on the team fresh too since they don’t have to exert themselves as much.

[@GenghisTron]

the russ disrespect was eye opening for REAL nba fans and tourists. this man has always been great.

[@steffanbrown4780]

I don’t think Russ ever really cared about stats I just think he did what he had to do

[@nokturn882]

He have been criticized, tossed out, and hated. But every game, he laced up and give 110% effort every single time. You can’t say the same about butler, pg, Embidd, Simmons, Zion, etc… in addition, he’s get paid so much less than these guys.

[@dumafuji]

This is kinda funny. The nuggets needed speed, aggression, leadership. Russ gets to be Russ. You hoped it would play out this way but it’s fun to see it. What’s potentially amazing is how the first team and second team with AG coming off the bench is flying. That would change how this season plays out.

[@I_DESPISE_GAMING]

THE 🐐 COOP‼️

[@mosessupposes2571]

The Kendrick Perkins reference 😂😂

[@matthewmatt5285]

Dude shouldn't even be working for the local news~

[@user-ff1ez5sy5h]

5:04 good moment. good dude.

[@hiltont9631]

Great video ❤ its nice to see a good man happy on a new team

[@getlikecoop]

🙏🏽

[@murrayclarke2171]

I hope their path to the finals goes through the Clips and Lakers. That would be sweet!! I was a fair weather hater but he’s been humble and special this year.

[@AccordingSign32]

Westbrook goes HARD every game. Idk how he still has it in him at his age, but he is inspiring the young guys on the roster and even the Vets. Nikola asked for him, and DJ helped the campaign too. Denver isn’t one of those “premier” cities to most NBA players. I would say it’s definitely the best place to go if you’re looking to revive your career or get a good contract like Bruce Brown and KCP did

[@adeolaatitebi4575]

Great breakdown of the Nuggets bro.

[@getlikecoop]

Appreciate the love 🙏🏽

[@daltonfarris]

You mean when you don't villianize an all time great and harp on his every mistake, and act that he is some sort of pariah. He plays great and is incredibly valuable/ useful? There no way, everyone's lying.-Lakers fan probably

[@ryansheldonart6358]

We love him in colorado! He's ours now

[@macmac6064]

Other team doesnt have answers to passing lol

[@island_dancer]

Not just you. I miss Lob City too. Those were good times.

[@Romanus-]

I’m happy for Westbrook but honestly I’m convinced that you put anyone around Jokic and they are going to look significantly better

[@BTKWG]

Finally basketball players still playing in their thirties and calling it their prime !

[@Zemlja_je_ravna]

Commenting for youtube algorithm. 👍

[@derrickpatterson522]

Almost recorded a triple double together last night too 😂

[@KClouisville]

If it hadn't been a blowout they would have. Wish Malone had actually played Westbrook with the 2nd unit in the first part of the 4th quarter instead of Murray.....I know Russ is 36....but he's less injury prone than Murray and likely could have gotten another triple double.

[@derrickpatterson522]

@ same here when he subbed him out I knew he wasn’t coming back in unfortunately but it’s understandable in a sense since they want Murray to have his groove and confidence back

[@benjaminyang5872]

From MN, I hope the Westbrook wins a championship with the Nuggets.

[@rickysoup]

russ deserves a lot of criticism for some of his play over the years, specifically in the playoffs but damn, he’s just a great guy i’ve always wished he’d win a ring at some point even tho that’s not really a possibility with him as a first option. even tho my wolves bounced them last year im rooting for the nuggets this year since this season is basically a wash for us

[@rollingpaper-x2u]

imagine jokic and prime russ playing together

[@bat__bat]

The Nuggets are forming into a postseason team right now. They have a lot of weapons. Westbrook/Braun/Jokic create a fast-break squad that scores 15+ points per game just from hustling. Aaron Gordon is putting up his best shooting numbers of his career as he's AGAIN changing his role when Denver needs him to. MPJ is dropping threes again. Even Jamal Murray is knocking the cobwebs off when they need him to. If these guys can stay tight until the postseason, they can definitely go the distance.

[@greywolf4784]

lebron is the real vampire. he sucks the life out of his teammates

[@Biotoze]

Clicked for Brodie. Stayed for the Perkins slander. 😂

[@Hano_1011]

The only thing that’s missing to Westbrook’s resume is a ring..wish he can win it this year..

[@brianjantambispaghubasan6921]

And i think, this is the first time jokic is not the one throws entry passes instead, he's the one receiving it from Westbrook and Westbrook has HOF passer like in 2k lmao

[@MaximusR93]

Is it any surprise that the person who compared Russ to a vampire is Dave McMenamin, married to Malika Andrews who does very similar things

[@coloradochris3952]

Fire & Ice Flo

[@yajeel]

Jokic>>>Lebron

[@tebra643]

Westbrook exposing Jabum as the biggest Jokić merchant ever is hilarious and sad at the same time 😭

[@symonwatson6972]

They will only have you questioning anything if you don’t have the ability to watch a sport from start to finish and retain the ability to make your own opinions Russ always been elite Playing with LeBron will damage anyone’s reputation as he’s too protected by media personalities

[@TheGift651]

I'd love to see Russ get a ring

[@iwishyouwould6937]

When you get to touch the ball and people are actively looking to spoon feed you buckets......everyone plays harder. Cut harder. Run faster on the break. Play better D. Got to be willing to jump on that grenade for a teammate. When everyone stops caring who gets the credit, that's when the magic happens.

[@jigmenorchen463]

Say what you what you want about Westbrook, he never cheated his fans. Always gave it his 110 %. One of my favorite players no doubt

[@tebra643]

Russ is for sure the best guard Jokić ever played together! 27 WHERE ARE YOU 🤣

[@stefanpapdi5151]

i actually hoped the suns would get him before the season for the lols

[@kevinnecorpuz4890]

Russergence

[@Cookiemanscity]

Westbrook needs to stay in the starting line. I like gordan coming off the bench. Even though he’s a star in his own right

[@GregoryJohn-hb5zg]

Rockets never used him like a true pg. Why would we when we had Harden. Who at the time was playing like the best in the world. So we leaned more to Harden. We started this rollercoaster for Russ. And the simple fact is washington was the only place that used him like he was supposed to. Lakers did not Clippers did not and now Nuggets are. Makes a big difference

[@jermaineross1461]

One of the biggest what is is if the thunder never split up russ harden and kd would they have won a ship

[@Romanus-]

I’m happy that Westbrook is fitting well but “all star” is not what Westbrook hasn’t been in almost half a decade

[@DrewDrew-d5d]

I tried of people keep bringing up age when talking about a great player even when i was young i always thought age is just a number until you get too old 36 is still fairly young

[@moisiewe]

7:50 Perkins is stat padding 😂

[@tebra643]

Jokić on his way to the GOAT STATUS 💪 Only Jabum27 can stop him 😭

[@tebra643]

And Calvin ALONE AT THE OFFICE!CALVIN, WHAT THE HELL ARE YOU DOING!?!? WHY DENVER DON'T HAVE ANY 3&D GUY ON THAT (poverty) ROSTER!

[@irisarevalo6851]

🔥

[@Tie-one-on-5938]

Lakers wanted Russell to win the game by himself? Coach didn’t define what role Russell played? Others didn’t know their role either? On top of this, head player of each team’s embrace was also playing into the game’s strengths.

[@chr900]

I forget Deandre jordan on this team lol

[@guybartlett9587]

Subbed, Russ can play till 40

[@vernonharrison2488]

The Nuggets Will make sure to keep Brodie in Denver

[@mirkomirkovic2180]

❤

[@getlikecoop]

🔥

[@vlverm7096]

I hope the stars align so nuggets face lakers in the first round and sweep them or win in 5 again this year

[@leticiaduarte803]

🔥🔥🔥

[@alfasiger4178]

If he would shoot better they can win a chip. The 3/11 FG ain't gonna cut it.

[@lululemon0424]

These are beautiful beautiful basketball games, something i long to watch for quite some time.this what would happen when the team culture is done right. No way to go back to circus shows of some LA team and some clown player.

[@teske22-v2]

Murray didn't answer Shaq's call. Shaq loves to usurp credit both directly and indirectly. It's obnoxious. Murray didn't hear the comments until after the game.