Christian Braun doesn’t seem to care much about respecting his elders.
Jersey Number Dispute
Braun refused Russell Westbrook’s request to wear the No. 0 jersey after Westbrook signed with the team as a free agent. According to
, when Westbrook asked for the number, Braun simply said no. After being turned down, Westbrook then asked for No. 4 from Hunter Tyson, who agreed to give it up.
Westbrook has worn No. 0 for most of his career with teams like the Thunder, Rockets, and Lakers. But he did wear No. 4 during his time with the Wizards in respect for Gilbert Arenas’ retired number.
Competing for Starting Spots
With Kentavious Caldwell-Pope now playing for the Magic, both Westbrook and Braun are eyeing a starting guard spot. Although many expect Westbrook to start, Coach Michael Malone has shown trust in Braun by giving him significant playing time during important games over recent seasons.
Fans think it’s interesting how this will play out!
Despite not getting his preferred jersey number, Westbrook remains enthusiastic about the upcoming seasonโhis 17th in the NBA! He’s been spotted at Nuggets practice sessions frequently even before training camp officially started.
Why Denver Wanted Westbrook
Nikola Jokic pushed for Denver to bring in Westbrook because he appreciates his energy and fast-break skills. ESPN’s Zach Lowe reported that the Nuggets see Westbrook as someone who can add some "chaos" off the benchโa boost they need after struggling with their second unit last year.
Sometimes I wonder if these jersey numbers really matter that much or if it’s just a pride thing
