Russell Westbrook Out For NBA Playoffs Due To Left Foot Inflammation

Russell Westbrook will miss the Denver Nuggets' game against the Los Angeles Clippers on April 26, 2025, due to left foot inflammation. This is his first game missed in the postseason, having played all three prior games.

Westbrook has averaged 10.7 points, 4.3 rebounds, and 1.7 assists per game in the playoffs so far. Jamal Murray and Nikola Jokić, key players in the lineup, may have to adjust in his absence during this important game.