87.5: Why it’s time to panic for the Denver Nuggets | The big number

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On this week’s episode of The Big Number, Tom Haberstroh and Dan Devine dig into the stats and make bold predictions about the Denver Nuggets.

For starters, Tom is very concerned with how bad the Denver offense has been with Russell Westbrook on the floor. He’s starting to worry about their ability to make the playoffs this year.

Tom compares Westbrook at 35 to other similar guards to show how unique he is still playing in the NBA at this age, while Dan points out that the Nuggets have bigger issues in their starting lineup.

Dan came up with his own stats that show Westbrook may finally be losing enough of his trademark burst and athleticism for it to be a problem. Meanwhile, Tom worries if the Nuggets have any way to get back into contention if their highest paid players don’t start playing better.

Finally, as they did last week, the guys close out the show by picking sides on some fun over/unders.

(03:50) – THE BIG NUMBER: 87.5

(05:45) – Will the Nuggets make the playoffs?

(09:30) – Denver’s lack of depth

(14:50) – Russell Westbrook’s age

(20:10) – Nuggets need more from Murray & MPJ

(27:10) – Has Russ lost his burst?

(30:55) – Is the Nuggets championship window closed?

(36:15) – Over/Under

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