NBA: Nuggets add Russell Westbrook at Nikola Jokic’s urging

Denver Nuggets Last season: 57-25, lost to Minnesota in second round of playoffs. COACH: Michael Malone (10th season with Nuggets, 12th overall, 507–398). SEASON OPENER: Oct. 24 vs. Oklahoma City. DEPARTURES: G Kentavious Caldwell-Pope, G Justin Holliday, G Reggie Jackson. ADDITIONS: PG Russell Westbrook, PF-C Dario Saric. BetMGM championship odds: 10-1. What to expect Nuggets