Russell Westbrook's profound statement went viral after the Nuggets-Celtics game

Russell Westbrook made his preseason debut for the Denver Nuggets on Monday.

The former MVP scored 12 points, four rebounds and eight assists in 19 minutes while shooting 3/6 from three-point range.

While the nuggets lost to the Boston Celtics (in Abu Dhabi) with a score of 107-103, his strong start with the team was a good sign.

About the NBA: “Russell Westbrook brought the energy in his first preseason game with the @nuggets 🙌 #NBAinAbuDhabi

12 PTS 8 AST 4 REB 3 15:00 19 MIN”

After the game, Westbrook made a profound impression opinion This got a lot of attention on social media.

Westbrook: “I'm grateful and blessed, and I don't take this game for granted… My dad always told me you never know who's watching. This is an international game; it could be kids or people who flew here. “That made me want to see people like me and the guys from both teams come play. This opportunity can inspire someone.

Westbrook has always been known to do his best on the court.

The nine-time NBA All-Star is still a productive role player, averaging 11.1 points, 5.0 rebounds, 4.5 assists and 1.1 steals per contest last season.

The Nuggets will play their first game of the regular season when they host Chet Holmgren and the Oklahoma City Thunder on October 24 in Denver.

Entering his 17th season, Westbrook also spent time with the Los Angeles Lakers, Washington Wizards, Oklahoma City Thunder, Houston Rockets and Los Angeles Clippers.