Russell Westbrook's blossoming role with the Denver Nuggets this season recently caught the attention of a franchise great. What they're saying: "Russ is hooping right now," former Nuggets forward Carmelo Anthony said during an episode of his podcast. He credits Westbrook's play to support from the team and head coach Mike Malone.

Fans expected a similar conclusion to Russ' stint with the Nuggets, but he has slowly become an irreplaceable member of the organization. With that said, the Joker recently shared his honest opinion on what Westbrook's previous teams misunderstood about him.

Westbrook's latest triple-double serves as a reminder that he's found a comfortable spot with a Nuggets team that runs through Nikola Jokić.

Denver Nuggets guard Russell Westbrook has become one of Michael Malone's trusted starters. Initially expected to play backup point guard behind Jamal Murray, Westbrook has now started 21 of his 42 games for Denver, including 14-straight games.

Russell Westbrook is one of the most popular players in NBA history. The future Hall of Famer has over 23 million followers on Instagram. On Thursday, Westbro

Russell Westbrook seems rejuvenated with Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets. Here's how he's found new life this season.

Denver Nuggets guard Russell Westbrook is one of the greatest players in NBA history. A nine-time NBA All-Star and 2017 league MVP, Westbrook’s list of accolade

In the latest Nuggets Ink podcast, Bennett Durando and Matt Schubert reconvene after Denver’s annihilation of the Philadelphia 76ers.

On Tuesday night, the Denver Nuggets beat the Dallas Mavericks by a score of 118-99. Russell Westbrook finished the victory with nine points, six rebounds, thr

Denver’s Nikola Jokić and Russell Westbrook become the 1st pair of teammates in NBA history to record a triple-double in the same game multiple times in a single season.

In addition to helping the Denver Nuggets secure their sixth win in the past eight games on Friday night, Nikola Jokić and Russell Westbrook made