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The most encouraging aspect of Russell Westbrook’s preseason debut with Nuggets: “He needs to be who he is”

Westbrook went for 12 points and eight assists in Abu Dhabi. One of those stats was more enticing than the other.

Russel Westbrook of Denver Nuggets looks on during the NBA match between Denver Nuggets and Boston Celtics at Etihad Arena on October 04, 2024 in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. (Photo by Francois Nel/Getty Images)
Russel Westbrook of Denver Nuggets looks on during the NBA match between Denver Nuggets and Boston Celtics at Etihad Arena on October 04, 2024 in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. (Photo by Francois Nel/Getty Images)
A head shot of Colorado Avalanche hockey beat reporter Bennett Durando on October 17, 2022 in Denver, Colorado. (Photo by Helen H. Richardson/The Denver Post)
By | bdurando@denverpost.com | The Denver Post
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Russell Westbrook went for 12 points and eight assists in Abu Dhabi. One of those stats was more enticing than the other.
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