In a quiet 2024 offseason for the Denver Nuggets, the franchise made one move that has paid off tremendously. Giving 16-year NBA veteran Russell Westbrook a two-year, $6.7 million contract was a low-profile move, but the nine-time All-Star has revived his career in Denver.

Despite the Nuggets' win, they will be worried about the injury status of point guard Russell Westbrook who left the game early due to left hamstring tightness. Westbrook played 25 minutes, ending up with four points, seven assists and two steals while shooting 2-of-3 from the field.

Westbrook is currently playing in his first season with the Nuggets. He's started 27-of-48 games that he's been active in Denver. The future Hall of Famer has averaged 13.0 points, 5.1 rebounds and 6.4 assists per game.

Just a few days ago, the Nuggets were on a three-game losing streak with a dark outlook heading into the NBA Trade Deadline. Now, the team is on a two-game winning streak with a c

PHILADELPHIA -- Nuggets guard Russell Westbrook left Denver's 137-134 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers on Friday night because of left hamstring tightness and did not return.

Denver, Colorado, USA; Denver Nuggets guard Russell Westbrook (4) controls the ball as San Antonio Spurs guard Stephon Castle (5) guards and guard Chris Paul (3) and

The Denver Nuggets may be without Russell Westbrook for an additional amount of time due to a hamstring strain. Westbrook was absent from the Nuggets’ starting lineup in Monday’s contest against the New Orleans Pelicans.