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.

Scoring has been climbing as of late, but this year the stat inflation has revealed itself in a more subtle way.

Fans expected a similar conclusion to Russ' stint with the Nuggets, but he has slowly become an irreplaceable member of the organization. With that said, the Joker recently shared his honest opinion on what Westbrook's previous teams misunderstood about him.

Jokić joins Wilt Chamberlain as the only players in NBA history to record at least 35 points, 20 rebounds and 15 assists in a game.

Nikola Jokić is well on his way to winning his ... "I thought it had a chance, and then boom," said teammate Russell Westbrook, who ironically is the last player to average a triple-double ...

When Russell Westbrook signed with the Denver Nuggets this past offseason, the move raised eyebrows. Known for his explosive athleticism, triple-double prowess, and relentless energy, Westbrook was joining a team already led by two-time MVP Nikola Jokić.

Nikola Jokic took an inbounds pass with 1.7 seconds left in the third quarter, turned and let fly with a 66-foot heave that got all net at the other end.

Russell Westbrook's blossoming role with the Denver Nuggets this season recently caught the attention of a franchise great. What they're saying: "Russ is hooping right now," former Nuggets forward Carmelo Anthony said during an episode of his podcast. He credits Westbrook's play to support from the team and head coach Mike Malone.

Russell Westbrook partnership has worked so well, Michael Malone must keep the latter in the Nuggets’ starting lineup.

Jokic's Nuggets went 0-2 against the Knicks this season, and the three-time MVP was a shocking non-factor in both losses.

According to Bovada, the Nuggets have the sixth-best odds (+650) to land Fox from Sacramento. The Miami Heat are the favorite (+450) to acquire him followed by the San Antonio Spurs (+500), Minnesota Timberwolves (+500) and Houston Rockets (+600).

The Sixers did their part by beating the Bulls on Saturday night. Now, the rest of the league needs to help them out, just a little bit.