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Russell Westbrook willing to accept disastrous NBA outcome as ‘$12 million’ option not realistic for his camp

Russell Westbrook has yet to sign a new contract this offseason, and with interest from other countries, he is making a bold decision. After a successful season with the Denver Nuggets, former MVP Russell Westbrook proved he can play a strong role in the NBA.

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Denver Nuggets beat the Los Angeles Clippers 102-94

The Denver Nuggets defeated the Los Angeles Clippers 102-94 in a rematch of last year’s playoff contest – with several new faces on each team. Aaron Gordon led all scorers with 18, Nikola Jokic added 12 points, 9 rebounds and 6 assists in 22 minutes, and the Clippers were led by Kawhi Leonard with 17 and Brook Lopez with 15.

Russell Westbrook News / Hardwood Heroics / October 13

'Zero Discussion' – Russell Westbrook Fully Focused on NBA Return, Not Playing Abroad

An NBA team hasn’t shown interest in signing Russell Westbrook to a potential contract. Last season, Westbrook was with the Denver Nuggets as the team’s sixth man.

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The 'Team USA men's basketball coaches' quiz

How many of the Team USA Men's Basketball coaches to represent the United States at the Olympics can you name?

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NBA News / Athlon Sports / October 12

Former Laker Refuses to Blame LeBron James for Russell Westbrook's Situation

Russell Westbrook's body of work speaks for itself: he's a one-time MVP, nine-time All-Star, a member of the NBA 75th Anniversary Team and the all-time leader in triples-doubles with 203.

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The 25 greatest nicknames in NBA history

Hakeem The Dream, Clyde The Glide, Magic: The NBA has produced some incredible nicknames over the decades. Some, like Magic and Penny, have even come to largely replace the player's actual name.

Bruce Brown News / Denver Nuggets on SI / October 12

Lakers Showed Interest in Bruce Brown Before Nuggets Deal

Returning Denver Nuggets guard Bruce Brown seemingly had some notable interest in free agency across the league with a few other teams before opting to return to his former home in the Mile High.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 12

Why Carmelo Anthony says Russell Westbrook can’t return to Thunder

While some have suggested the Oklahoma City Thunder reunite with Russell Westbrook, the veteran guard who remains a free agent amid preseason, Hall of Fame forward Carmelo Anthony strongly disagrees.

Russell Westbrook News / Hoops Rumors / October 12

Kings, Russell Westbrook have 'strong mutual interest'

Veteran point guard Russell Westbrook remains an unrestricted free agent after he opted out of his $3.47MM player option with the Nuggets in June. Throughout

Denver Nuggets News / Denver Nuggets on SI / October 12

NBA GMs Predict Where Nuggets Will Finish in West

Last season, the Denver Nuggets finished their 2024-25 campaign with their third-straight year logging over 50 wins, securing a 50-32 overall record to finish fourth in the Western Conference.

NBA News / Denver Stiffs / October 12

Nuggets Preseason Game 3: Denver heads to Los Angeles to face the Clippers

The Denver Nuggets have split the first two games in the preseason and learned some things about their squad in the process – now it’s time to keep the show on the road and visit the Los Angeles Clippers.

Bruce Brown News / Denver Nuggets on SI / October 11

Bruce Brown Has One Simple Goal for Nuggets Preseason

The Denver Nuggets still have a handful of preseason contests to go before the real regular season action gets underway later this month, facing two games on the road while staying at home for one to provide a few more early looks at what this refreshed roster looks like heading into the new year and the official 82-game slate.

Russell Westbrook News / Fastbreak on SI / October 11

Ex-NBA Vet Makes Important Point While Discussing Russell Westbrook

Russell Westbrook’s free agency is ongoing. Meanwhile, most of the NBA seems to have moved on for the time being. In less than two weeks, the NBA’s regular season will be underway, and Westbrook might not be on an opening night roster for the first time in over a decade.

Russell Westbrook News / Athlon Sports / October 11

ESPN Insider Reveals Strong Mutual Interest Between Russell Westbrook, Western Conference Team

The start of the 2025-26 NBA regular season is right around the corner and a former MVP remains unsigned in free agency. That player is Russell Westbrook as he remains a free agent heading into the new season despite him putting together a solid season last year for the Denver Nuggets.

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Christian Braun News / Denver Nuggets on SI / October 11

Christian Braun Expected To Sign Generous Contract Extension With Nuggets

The Denver Nuggets took a chance on Christian Braun with the 21st pick in the 2022 NBA Draft, and the decision to select the standout guard coming off a National Championship with Kansas certainly seems to have been the right choice.

Denver Nuggets News / Last Word On Sports / October 11

EuroBasket Takeaways for Denver Nuggets Centers

As the preseason unfolds, many NBA analysts scramble to extract relevant information for their season projections. It’s a flawed approach given that these exhibitions are more meaningful for the franchises’ marketing departments than actual athletic preparation.

Denver Nuggets News / EssentiallySports / October 11

Nikola Jokic Admits Struggles After Serbia Return as Advice for Nuggets Teammate Emerges

Wherever Nikola Jokic goes, the expectation is not less than a title. A similar spotlight followed him with Serbia at EuroBasket. Though the results didn’t match the hype in Europe this NBA season, the Denver Nuggets are firmly in title conversations.

Denver Nuggets News / The SportsRush / October 11

Despite Believing Russell Westbrook Belongs in the NBA, Dwight Howard Invites Him to Take $12M Chinese Deal

Russell Westbrook might not have a home in the NBA this upcoming season, but if reports are to be believed, the former Nuggets point guard could be trying his luck in the East very soon.

Nikola Jokic News / Denver Nuggets on SI / October 11

Nikola Jokic Sends Message to Cam Johnson Before Nuggets Season

The Denver Nuggets' biggest move of their most recent offseason of roster tweaks was that of their trade to acquire forward Cam Johnson from the Brooklyn Nets to ship out Michael Porter Jr.— a big shake-up to the starting lineup that adds another layer of versatility and two-way ability into the frontcourt.

Denver Nuggets News / Larry Brown Sports / October 11

Nikola Jokic supports teammate Christian Braun with great shirt

In the high-stakes world of NBA camaraderie, Denver Nuggets star Nikola Jokic recently turned heads –and elicited chuckles — by donning a custom T-shirt emblazoned with “What can Braun do for you?” during a press conference.

Cameron Johnson News / Hoops Wire / October 10

NBA Notes: Thunder, Jalen Williams, Blazers, Nuggets, Cam Johnson

The Thunder aren’t rushing Jalen Williams back, and they’re not saying much, either. Williams is recovering from offseason surgery to repair a torn ligament in his right wrist, and according to ESPN’s Tim MacMahon, he still isn’t shooting jumpers with that hand.

Nikola Jokic News / Larry Brown Sports / October 11

Nikola Jokic’s brother gets sentenced for punching a fan during game

Strahinja Jokic has officially been sentenced over his 2024 incident with a fan. Strahinja, who is the older brother of Denver Nuggets star Nikola Jokic, pled guilty on Friday to trespassing and disorderly conduct in connection with his punch of a fan at Ball Arena in Denver, Colo.

Denver Nuggets News / Yardbarker / October 10

Why did Russell Westbrook choose to leave Nuggets?

The former MVP opted out of his deal with the Denver Nuggets at the end of the 2024-25 campaign. Since then, he's failed to secure a contract with another NBA team.

LeBron James to miss the start of the 2025-26 season with new injury

Charles Barkley speaks on LeBron James missing Lakers preseason

James Harden proves he is Clippers' real leader

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Denver Nuggets News / Hardwood Heroics / October 10

'I Could Have Stayed in Denver' – Denver Nuggets Champion Gets 100% Honest on Leaving the Team in 2023

One of the biggest moves the Denver Nuggets made this offseason was reuniting with Bruce Brown, who was an integral cog in the franchise’s championship run in 2023.