Russell Westbrook It is listed as uncertain for the Los Angeles LakersRoad game against the Denver Nuggets The team announced that the left hamstring was sore on Wednesday.
Westbrook was limited for five minutes during the Lakers’ preseason finale due to a hamstring injury. Coach Darvin Ham later admitted that Westbrook could have been injured by his decision to place him on the bench.
Ham was asked if the team would keep the same starting lineup against Nuggets. This question came before Westbrook’s status was disclosed by the Lakers. Ham gave an ambiguous response.
Ham stated, “Not today.”
Westbrook has an average of 10.7 points, 8.3% (8.3% from 3) and 6.7 rebounds. He also assists with 4.3 assists and 2.0 thefts per game during the Lakers’ (0-3) start to the season.
Westbrook was not available for interview by reporters Tuesday from the Lakers.
Westbrook was criticized for his late midrange jump shot in Sunday’s loss. Portland Trail Blazers The Lakers were leading by one with 18 seconds left in the shot clock. Instead of attacking the rim, or passing the ball to an open player, they chose to attack the ball and work the ball around.
His teammate, Anthony DavisAccording to, the Lakers support the former league MVP despite the scrutiny of fans and observers.
Davis stated, “It’s crazy.” “People forget who Russ really is.” … It’s hard to imagine what it must be like for him. That’s something you should all ask him. As a team and as an organization we are trying to support him and keep him from getting too involved. Because that’s when things can get bad for him. We want him to be in a great environment.
“He was all smiles today. That’s a good thing. We want him to know that we are there for him no matter what. We’re always here for him no matter what, both on and off the court.