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Initially, eyebrows were raised at Westbrook's compatibility with Denver's team dynamics. Critics questioned how a player with a less-than-stellar three-point shooting record—hovering below 30%—could fill the void left by Caldwell-Pope, a crucial shooter for the Nuggets. The concerns were compounded by Westbrook's age (36) and rumored decline in overall performance. Yet, Jokić's belief in Westbrook's ability to thrive within the Nuggets' system has flipped the script.