Wed Mar 19 05:10:00 UTC 2025: **Nuggets’ Westbrook Leads Undermanned Team to Victory Over Warriors**
SAN FRANCISCO – Despite missing three starters due to injury, the Denver Nuggets pulled off a stunning 114-105 road win against the Golden State Warriors on Monday night. The victory was fueled by the exceptional performance of Russell Westbrook, who recorded a triple-double with 12 points, 11 rebounds, and a career-high-tying 16 assists, adding 3 steals as well.
Coach Michael Malone cited Westbrook and Aaron Gordon as examples of players who embraced the challenge of playing against the Warriors, who were riding a long winning streak. Gordon, himself returning from injury, led the Nuggets in scoring with 38 points.
Westbrook’s performance, while not perfect (he shot 5-of-17 from the field and committed seven turnovers), was praised by Malone and teammates for its intensity and leadership. Gordon described Westbrook as “a wolf,” highlighting his relentless energy on both ends of the court.
The Nuggets’ success was significantly linked to Westbrook’s playmaking, as the team shot an impressive 16-of-24 on passes from him. His 44th career triple-double with at least 15 assists puts him one shy of tying Oscar Robertson’s NBA record. The Nuggets’ transition game also thrived under Westbrook’s influence, outscoring the Warriors in transition points.
The win underscores the Nuggets’ depth and the impact of Westbrook’s leadership, proving that even without key players, the team has the fight and talent to compete at a high level.
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