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.

Of course, Nikola Jokić has led the way for the Nuggets this season as he once again finds himself in the MVP race. He has not been the only player on the roster to step up though, as their offseason addition of Russell Westbrook has played a huge role in Denver’s recent success.

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

With Russell Westbrook in the starting lineup, the Nuggets are 18-5 this season. After a couple of tough seasons with the Lakers and Clippers, the veteran guard is providing value on and off the court in Denver.

Westbrook now looks ahead to Kevin Garnett for No. 21 on the list, trailing the NBA legend and Hall of Famer by 351 points before Wednesday's game. The Nuggets point guard continues to build upon his legacy, cementing himself as a first-ballot Hall of Famer.