He was still the catalyst for what felt like an unlikely comeback, a tale he played part in plenty of times over the years. Westbrook meant everything to Denver’s improbable win, a necessary throwback to a better time — both for him and the Nuggets.

The Nuggets added nine-time NBA All-Star Russell Westbrook this offseason to help out their second unit, but the veteran point guard has emerged as a valuable starter recently. Denver head coach Michael Malone had nothing but praise for Westbrook following ...

Russell Westbrook was incredible in the Nuggets' recent victory over the Thunder, leading to Michael Malone calling him a rockstar.