As Denver continues to navigate a new base defense being played against Nikola Jokic lineups, others had to step up in Denver’s win vs the Sacramento Kings last night. Russell Westbrook hit some big shots, Jamal Murray got to the free throw line 15 times, and Zeke Nnaji turned the tide on defense, anchoring a Nuggets comeback effort.

Most of Zeke Nnaji’s work this season has been done in the background, after games. He’s taking advantage of a moment in the foreground now.

Nnaji (ankle) is available but won't start Sunday's contest against the Celtics.

Westbrook went for 25 points, two steals, two blocks and a corner three with 1:28 to go that doubled Denver’s lead. Sacramento did not go quietly — Zach LaVine answered 20 seconds later to creep back within one score — but the Nuggets made the stops and free throws necessary to escape.

Denver Nuggets star Jamal Murray had time to praise his teammate after their game against the Sacramento Kings.

Russell Westbrook delivered a strong performance Wednesday night, leading the Denver Nuggets with a team-high 25 points in their 116-110 comeback win over the Sacramento Kings.

The frustration comes after the Kings put together one of their best defensive efforts in recent memory. They created a unique game plan to slow three-time MVP Nikola Jokic, using forwards Keegan Murray and Jake LaRavia to guard the 6-foot-11 center, while Jonas Valanciunas clogged the lane to prevent drivers to the basket.