When the Denver Nuggets signed 17-year veteran Russell Westbrook in free agency this summer, they knew pace would be one way he could help the team. While pace alone does not directly translate to improved offensive play,

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

The comeback was propelled by a stretch of 15 consecutive points either scored or assisted by Westbrook. “I think defensively he’s been a rockstar,” Malone said. “And what I love about Russell