A Nuggets reporter reveals that Nikola Jokic he wants to be brought as a teammate Russell Westbrook. “He has pushed behind the scenes to acquire Westbrook. It’s not the first time she wants to play with him in Denver. Westbrook will give Mike Malone a trusted, veteran ball handler, something the Nuggets need,” reports Harrison Weed.
The Serbian center, who would like the same for his compatriot Vassily Misicseems to think that the 35-year-old American guard can provide valuable solutions to the perimeter after the departure of Kentavious Caldwell-Pope, who went to Orlando.
Rush has activated his $4 million option to renew through 2024/25 with the Clippers, but LA is looking to trade him.
Westbrook, who … is still looking for his first career championship, averaged 10.7 points, 5 rebounds, 4.3 assists and 1.1 steals in 22:11.
Nikola Jokic has pushed behind the scenes for the Nuggets to get Russell Westbrook. This isn’t the first time he’s wanted to play with him in Denver either. Westbrook would give Michael Malone a trusted, veteran ball handler, which is something the Nuggets need right now.
— Harrison Wind (@HarrisonWind) July 1, 2024
Source: Sport Fm
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