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Kyle Koster

Russell Westbrook Had a Strong Message for Clippers After Game 7 Blowout

Denver Nuggets guard Russell Westbrook (4) reacts after a three point score in the second quarter against the LA Clippers during game seven of first round for the 2025 NBA Playoffs at Ball Arena. | Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

Russell Westbrook had 16 points in the Denver Nuggets' Game 7 rout of the Los Angeles Clippers, capping an strong series performance for the well-traveled and still wildly entertaining guard. He authored a memorable moment midway through the fourth quarter when he created a steal and broke free for a dunk, then chose to hang on the rim until he got a technical foul. It was a very cool and clearly well-appreciated moment for Westbrook, who used it as a jumping-off point for a further celebration.

Still fired-up after the final buzzer started the clock on a second round series with the Oklahoma City Thunder, Westbrook entered the Denver locker room with a message.

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