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 ...

Now in his 17th season, Westbrook is playing a prominent role for the Nuggets. Signed as the backup point guard behind Jamal Murray, Westbrook has played himself into a consistent starting role.

So how should Malone navigate this? First, someone has to be identified as the most sensible player for Westbrook to replace. Jamal Murray is firmly off the table. His efficiency as a secondary scorer ...

Russell Westbrook has had trouble finding the right situation after being traded from Oklahoma City. The former NBA MVP put up solid numbers in Houston and Washington, but has struggled to find ...

Percentages: FG .519, FT .839. 3-Point Goals: 7-25, .280 (Porter Jr. 3-5, Braun 1-3, Westbrook 1-3, Strawther 1-4, Murray 1-6, Gordon 0-1, Pickett 0-1, Tyson 0-2 ...