Russell Westbrook joined the Denver Nuggets this season with a clear objective: to regain his form and help his new teammates, particularly Nikola Jokic, reach new heights.

Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets are in Abu Dhabi for two preseason games against Jayson Tatum and the Boston Celtics. The last two NBA champions came together to help the league continue their growth outside of the United States.

Russell Westbrook opened up on playing alongside Nikola Jokic for the first time in the Denver Nuggets preseason opener.

Whatever the reason, basketball-starved Celtics fans were likely rejoicing on Friday, Oct. 4, as their team defeated the Denver Nuggets 107-103 in a preseason game in Abu Dhabi. Another happy tidbit is that the two teams will go toe-to-toe again on Sunday, Oct. 6, giving basketball fans the dopamine hit they've all been waiting for.

Denver Nuggets basketball is back! The Nuggets have flown halfway across the world for a pair of games against the Boston Celtics in Abu Dhabi on both Friday an