The difference for the Nuggets? Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray's supporting cast. The trio of Russell Westbrook, Aaron Gordon and Christian Braun were big in helping the squad close out the game. Nuggets interim head coach David Adelman addressed such after the game, too.

Nikola Jokic has high remarks on Russell Westbrook’s confidence level, especially after the Denver Nuggets’ 112-110 victory over the Los Angeles Clippers in Game 1 of the West First Round of the 2025 NBA Playoffs on Saturday afternoon.

Russell Westbrook's presence in Denver's lineup has been as frenzied as ever, but it's also proven effective. Here's how he wound up in the Mile High City after a stint with the Clippers.