The Denver Nuggets have had a great 2024-25 season thus far with a 28-17 record through 45 games but suffered a crushing loss against the Minnesota Timberwolves on Saturday in a second-round playoffs matchup from last year.

Russell Westbrook has displayed extraordinary chemistry with Nikola Jokic. But if he remains a starter for the Nuggets once they’re at full strength, who won’t?

Russell Westbrook finished the loss with 13 points, six rebounds, four assists and two steals while shooting 6/10 from the field and 0/3 from the three-point range (he also had four turnovers). Many people reacted to his performance on social media.

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

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 has experienced a notable resurgence in the 2024-25 NBA season since joining the Denver Nuggets. His revitalized form has made him an important contributor to the team, earning praise from none other than NBA legend Carmelo Anthony.

After recording 21 points, 10 rebounds and seven assists against the Dallas Mavericks on Sunday, Westbrook is averaging 13.2 points, 6.8 assists and 5.1 rebounds in 38 games this season. Westbrook has started 17 games for Denver and is averaging 15.3 points, 6.9 rebounds and 8.2 assists in those contests.