In his 17th season in the NBA, Russell Westbrook is still finding ways to impact the game at a high level.

He may have had some extra pep in his step facing his former team in the Los Angeles Clippers, but the Denver Nuggets are reaping the rewards. Without Nikola Jokic in the lineup, Westbrook continues to step up and make the game easier for his teammates. Jamal Murray and Michael Porter Jr. each had good scoring games, and DeAndre Jordan turned back the clock against his former team as well.

The Nuggets continue to be great on the second night of back-to-backs, and this time, Westbrook’s energy and impact was a big reason why.

On the latest episode of Pickaxe and Roll, Ryan Blackburn reacts to the Denver Nuggets 126-103 blowout win over the Los Angeles Clippers. Russell Westbrook played a central role in the win, taking it to the Clippers on every possession and making sure they knew it. Jamal Murray and Michael Porter Jr. each had efficient games. Peyton Watson and Julian Strawther were both good. Even DeAndre Jordan was great.

Ryan discusses it all, as well as how a win without Jokic can galvanize the team.

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